Ancient Greece
Polybius and the Universal Narrative of the Mediterranean
The complex and innovative methods employed by Polybius also serve as a tribute to the craft of literary composition.
Sophie
Ancient Greece
Timaeus and Early Sicilian History
The survival of Timaean themes in later works highlights the enduring appeal of a narrative that fuses myth with history
Ancient Greece
Nearchus: Historian and Companion of Alexander the Great
In the vast tapestry of Alexander the Great’s conquests, one name stands out as both a dedicated subordinate and a self-promoting chronicler—Nearchus, the Cretan from Amphipolis. Renowned for his topographical and military research, Nearchus’s life was interwoven with the triumphs and trials of Alexander’s campaigns. The
Herstory
Women in Early Islam: Power, Policy, and Patriarchy
The process of cultural assimilation also meant that many of the restrictions imposed on women by later Muslim scholars became entrenched
Herstory
Women in Early Christianity: From Inclusion to Exclusion
At a time when women were largely marginalized, Jesus's interactions with women defied societal norms
Herstory
How Myth and Female Power Shaped Roman Society
Even though ordinary Roman women were denied formal political rights, the influence of powerful women in Rome is undeniable.
Herstory
Gender in Ancient Greek Society
The same society that birthed democracy and celebrated intellectual achievement also institutionalized gender inequality and social stratification.
History Affairs
Transcendence, Patriarchy, and the Myth of Human Superiority
The belief in human superiority requires a belief in transcendence—a notion that some human beings can rise above their own humanity.
History Affairs
Male Supremacy: How Patriarchy Shapes State Power
The challenge of overcoming patriarchy is immense, but history shows that change is possible.
Mesoamerican History
Early Mesoamerican Civilizations: A Short Overview
The history of Mesoamerica is a rich tapestry woven from the long journey of early settlers, innovative cultural developments, and dramatic power shifts. From the first peoples who crossed the Bering Strait to the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire, these civilizations left behind an indelible legacy of art,
Herstory
Tracing the Roots of Patriarchy in Early India
In some ways, the repeated tension between revering female divinity and subjugating actual women speaks to a broader paradox in Indian culture.
Herstory
Women in Ancient China: From Prehistory to the Late Imperial Era
Despite the mainstream dominance of Confucian patriarchy, women were never fully passive bystanders.