Scholarly Theories on the Parthenon Frieze
Bethany Hicks-Gravener explores the Parthenon frieze, a significant architectural element of ancient Athens, which remains a subject of scholarly debate regarding its depiction.
The Wickedest Man in the World: A Brief Biography of Aleister Crowley’s Immortality
Manahil Masood explores why Aleister Crowley is still remembered and talked about today.
Politics of Memory: The Kosovo Myth and the Rise of Serbian Nationalism
Edie Christian explores the Yugoslav Wars from 1991 to 2001, driven by ethnic tensions and Serbian nationalism, especially following Tito’s death. Slobodan Milošević exploited the Kosovo myth, linking historical victimization to bolster nationalist sentiment. His rhetoric incited violence and civil conflict, culminating in war crimes resulting in approximately 140,000 deaths and significant displacement.
Review: La Chinoise (1967)
Speaking on the technical and stylistic premise of film, Finley Farrell analyses the making, and multiple viewpoints, of La Chionoise.
Elizabeth Siddal: Artist, Myth, Doomed Muse?
Elizabeth Hill details the life and legacy of Elizabeth Siddal, investigating her portrayals as an artist, mythologised figure, and ‘doomed muse’.
Dressing Up: Eighteenth Century Politeness and Fashionable Aspiration in Britain
Abby Hughes details the quest for exclusivity which shaped fashion aspirations amongst the British middle class of the eighteenth century.
Title: How have historians challenged Philippe Aries’ theory of childhood in the Middle Ages?
Historians challenge Philippe Aries’ theory on childhood in the Middle Ages by critiquing his limited sources and neglect of gender and class. Emily Borg presents a more nuanced understanding of childhood rooted in diverse societal values.
The Emperor and His Moonlit Persona: The Evocative Presence of the Moon in Li Yü’s Ci Poetry
The poem “A Joyful Rendezvous” by Li Yü reflects his emotional turmoil during captivity. Peiqi An analyses its lunar imagery and how it symbolises lost grandeur, personal loss, and the ephemeral nature of his former kingdom.
The Second Sino-Japanese War: Why World War Two Began in 1937
Owen James argues that both China and Japan were crucial players in the outset of World War Two, challenging the Eurocentric narrative of the conflict’s beginnings.
A History of Skateboarding
Elizabeth Hall explores the emergence of skateboarding, including how it gained mainstream popularity and a notable cultural identity.
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