What Makes A Novel Beautiful? Here Are Six Criteria For Great Literature
It is easy to label a song, building or painting as ‘beautiful.’ The same applies for sculpture, fashion, poetry and cinema. Unfortunately, novels receive little mention in discussions about art and beauty. When the topic arises, the discussion is limited to ‘pretty...
Why Modern Historians Should Study The Middle Ages
Over the past week, many have become aware of the current controversies gripping medieval studies. One example involves the authors of the Bright Ages, where accusations of racism gripped Dr. Matthew Gabriele and Dr. David M. Perry. This event, and the ludicrous...
Secularism Is Different In Russia
On the 4th November 2016, a monument to Vladimir The Great opened to the public in central Moscow. The statue is over 17 metres high and features the medieval Russian saint holding both a cross and a sword. By analysing this monument, one observes the blending of...
The Beauty of Stained Glass: The Aesthetics of Painting On Light
The use of light is a crucial reason why stained glass remains beautiful in the 21st century. Nestled in the windows of cathedrals; whether French, English or German, stained glass bakes the walls and floors with rainbow lights. A vast amount of stained glass is...
A History Of Misinformation: Why It’s Okay To Question
During the pandemic, the term ‘misinformation’ has been used to describe a variety of individuals, groups and political parties. Vaccine rollouts and mandates have exacerbated this trend, and it peaked with Joe Rogan, the podcaster behind the Joe Rogan Experience....Welcome To Snowy Fictions
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