History & theory

The New Year’s Eve anthem, “Auld Lang Syne,” has a rich history spanning cultural interpretations. Penned by Scottish poet Robert Burns in the 1700s, this song has evolved to touch…

The Aztecs’ Tlacaxipehualiztli festival, held annually during the second month of their calendar, stands out as one of the most eerie and gruesome spectacles of the ancient world. Dedicated to…

Artemisia Gentileschi, an Italian Baroque painter born in Rome in 1593, has experienced a resurgence in popularity since the 1970s, largely due to her distinctive perspective as a female artist…

In Luxor’s esteemed “Valley of the Kings,” archaeologists stumbled upon a startling revelation within the unassuming tomb of KV64. Hidden beneath the modest facade and a small coffin lay a…

The Valley of the Kings stands as a testament to the mysteries of ancient Egypt’s burial customs, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of the civilization’s history. Unlike the…