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Edgar James Banks specialized in digging up the ancient secrets of the Middle East. But uncovering the great archaeologist’s life […]
The Forgotten Indiana Jones: From Ancient Mesopotamia to Hollywood Read More »
ext by Kristin Johannsenphotos by Kevin Millham Of the thousands of wooden castles that stood guard over medieval japan, three
Japan’s Samurai Castles Read More »
San Francisco’s Chinatown is an unforgettable montage of dragon entwined lanterns, arched eaves, filigreed balconies, and neon calligraphy that enchants
The Chinese in America Read More »
In 1492, there were several hundred independent nations in North America, plus many in Mexico. Some were kingdoms built on
First Nations History Read More »
It has been nine years since Hanoi, fresh from its long-fought victory over South Vietnam, expanded its influence west to
Cambodia at a Crossroads Read More »
INTERVIEW BY GREGORY SPECK Gregory Speck is a freelance writer who has written for The News World, Interview magazine, the New York
From Tough Guy To Dandy: James Cagney Read More »
By Ira Glasser In 1943-more than a decade before the Supreme Court outlawed school segregation and Rosa Parks began the Montgomery
Branch Rickey and Jackie Robinson: Precursors of the Civil Rights Movement Read More »
by Allan Reid T.J. Binyon untangles the myth of poet Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin and examines the real complexity of his
Russia’s Greatest poet/scoundrel Read More »
by Linda Simon Critic Robert Hughes tackles the protean work and tumultuous times of eighteenth-century Spanish painter Francisco de Goya.
The Sleep of Reason Brings forth monsters Read More »
If a woman brings shame to the family–through allegations of premarital or extramarital sex, by refusing an arranged marriage, or
Reputation is Everything: Honor killing among the palestinians Read More »
