Here are some interesting maps comparing data in new, instructive and novel ways.This map shows the world from millions of years ago. (300 to
Fate’s Intersections
by Jack Le MoineHow many points were there in history that were decisive in determining how the world about us came to be the way it is? Many would
Gladstone Versus Disraeli
Once at a social gathering, Gladstone said to Disraeli, "I predict, Sir, that you will die either by hanging or of some vile disease". Disraeli
Solomon Builds the Great Temple
This series has five easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: Solomon’s Reign.IntroductionAfter all the tumultuous years from Moses
The Extremities of the Inhabited World
With an emphasis on cinamon, spices, and everything nice.Translated by George C. Macaulay -- our special project presenting the complete
Napoleon, “Man of Destiny”
Today's installment concludes Napoleon's First Campaign,our selection from Life of Napoleon Bonaparte by Sir Walter Scott published in 1839. For
Napoleon Advances to the Piedmont Capital
Napoleon in the mean time fixed his head-quarters at Ceva, and enjoyed from the heights of Montezemoto the splendid view of the fertile fields of
The Reconquest of Spain
This short monograph from the Library of Congress by Charles Julian Bishko is just 33 pages long. A little more in depth than a blog
Another How the Internet Began
Every so often we like to resurrect a post from the blog’s past. This one is from April 2, 2011. If you like the below, explore other past articles