We’ve curated a list of some of the best books on Russian history out there ranging from Muscovy all the way to the present day. Stalin: The Court of the Red Tsar by Simon Sebag Montefiore Simon Sebag Montefiore’s seminal work on Stalin’s reign is one of the best Russian history books. Montefiore reveals the […]
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The Flying Dutchman is one of the most famous ghost stories in the world, popular over the centuries for capturing the imaginations and nightmares of sailors, captains, and children, and featuring in many adaptations in books, television shows, and movies in recent decades. However, what truth is there in such an iconic and legendary story?
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Ancient China was a land of great intrigue. A place where emperors and dynasties rose and fell, and the borders shifted with the winds. It is also a place where punishment and torture kept the population in line. This blog post will explore the history of punishment and torture in Ancient China, from the earliest
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The Vikings are a group of people who are often associated with violence and slavery. However, what is not as well-known is the role that slavery played in their culture. It’s suggested that slavery was fundamental to their society. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the history of Viking-era slavery
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Have you ever looked at an old photograph and wondered why everyone is so serious? People used to smile a lot less than they do today. But why is that? There are several theories why smiling was rare in old photographs. This blog post will explore those reasons and discuss the history of smiling in
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When most people think of the Inca Empire, they picture an incredibly advanced society. And for the most part, this is true. The Incas were experts in architecture, engineering, and agriculture. However, many people don’t know that life in the Inca Empire was not always easy. Let’s take a look at what life was like
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If you’re interested in history, hygiene, or both, then Ancient China is fascinating. This blog post will explore what hygiene was like in Ancient China, and some of the practices used to stay clean. Ancient China had some exciting ideas about hygiene! This article will explore some of the most popular methods used in ancient
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War is hell, as the expression goes. The traumas soldiers endured during war were certainly far from just physical but psychological as well. This haunting photo in the trenches of the Battle of Flers-Courcelette in September 1916 during the Somme Offensive is a grim and haunting reminder of this psychological effect. The Battle of Flers-Courcellette
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It was a tumultuous time – the 17th Century. Political, social, and religious upheaval was the norm. But amidst all the chaos, some momentous events shaped history. In this article post, we will look at 10 of the most important events from the 17th Century. The Romanov Dynasty On the other side of Europe, Russia
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When most people think of the Vikings, they think of fierce warriors who raided and pillaged their way across Europe. But what many people don’t know is that the Vikings were also a very sophisticated culture with a strong appreciation for drugs. What drugs did they use? How were they used? Keep reading to find
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