The Chinese appear to have the best title to be considered the inventors of both cotton and linen paper.Continuing Early History of Printing,our
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Writing in the Classical Age
The most important of all the ancient materials for writing upon were papyrus, parchment, and vellum; and on these substances nearly all our most
Election Day, 2018
by Jack Le MoineHere are some thoughts on today's election.MorningThe pundits think that the Republicans will gain seats in the Senate while the
Early History of Printing
This series has eleven easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: Printing From AntiquityIntroductionThe invention of printing in
Gregory VII Flees Rome
Today's installment concludes Hildebrand's Papal Triumph,the name of our combined selection from Arthur Robert Pennington and Artaud De
Penance at Canossa
On the morrow, Matilda interceded with the Pope on behalf of Henry, and the conditions of the treaty were settled.Continuing Hildebrand's Papal
The Investiture Controversy
Gregory VII summoned a council at the Lateran (1075), which issued a decree against lay investitures.Continuing Hildebrand's Papal Triumph,with a
Hildebrand’s Papal Triumph
This series has four easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: Hildebrand Becomes Pope Gregory VII.IntroductionThe separation of
Charles I Is Executed
Today's installment concludes The English Civil War,the name of our combined selection from Lord Thomas Macaulay and Charles Knight. The concluding