The best 4 ancient Greek Sculptors
Explore the lives, environments, and iconic creations of renowned ancient Greek sculptors and their enduring artistic legacies.
Sophia Dimitriou
The Red Sea Rout and India’s Pivotal Role in Ancient Trade
India’s unique tropical climate fostered the production of spices unavailable in the temperate climates of the Mediterranean and Western Europe, making it an essential hub in the ancient global economy. Even the Roman Empire, a force to be reckoned with, recognized India’s significance, with Pliny the Elder noting India’s vast population and influence. Trade between … Read more
Roman Gambling: Chance and Deception
Discover the intriguing world of luck, probability, and wealth through divine intervention, and clever strategies in ancient Roman gambling.
The Antonine Plague: A Catastrophe of the Roman Golden Age
Explore the history and enigma of the Antonine Plague, a deadly pandemic that struck during Rome’s Golden Age.
The Britons’ Plea for Help: Unraveling the Mystery of ‘Agitius’
The Post-Roman Era in Britain’s beginning is unclear, leading to debates on the fifth-century events’ chronology. Gildas, a sixth-century British writer, plays a crucial role in shaping the traditional chronology of this period. He mentions a letter from Britons to the Romans seeking help, addressed to a man named “Agitius,” commonly believed to be Flavius … Read more
