Examining the visit of Du Huan to Molin-guo and Laobosa. Abstract This article focuses on the first...
Ancient
Trade routes spanned China in early Shang dynasty times, but it was from mid-Zhou times that commerce...
Ancient cultures left behind extraordinary memorials which were used for mortuary cults during the epoques in which...
Some of the burials in the Palaeolithic period raise the possibility of very early forms of ancestor...
Many kingdoms were elective historically, though the candidates were typically only from the family of the deceased...
It is claimed to have been the most common medical practice performed by surgeons from antiquity until...
Evidence for trephination occurs from the Neolithic period onwards. Introduction Trephination (also known as trepanning or burr...
An advisory council during the monarchy, politically stronger during the republic, and again weak during the empire....
Ten facts about ancient Rome in answer to questions most frequently asked. Introduction Ancient Roman culture affected...
Looking past a plague at how a massive government spending plan went badly awry 2,500 years ago....
We get our English word for poison or toxin form the Greek word toxikon. By Thomas J....
Evaluating the effectiveness of financial markets in the early Roman Empire. Abstract Here I use a theoretical...
The earliest written sources of Homer and Hesiod attest to the existence of trade (emporia) and merchants...
Flaminius was in such a rush to catch the invaders that he failed to set up proper...
From ancient Greek, the word was used to connote any foreigner not sharing a recognized culture or...
The name museum derives from the nine Muses of Greek mythology, each of which was credited with...
The development of Korean literature is quite unique due to the creation of a complete new language...
A history of architecture favoring practicality, frugality, and harmony with nature. Introduction Korean architecture refers to the...
In ancient texts, apocalyptic messages cultivated endurance and encouragement through dire circumstances. Introduction With streets deserted, hospitals...
The foundational Jewish texts assert that a fetus does not attain the status of personhood until birth....
Pregnancy and birth have been represented by human beings since pre-historic times in every form of human...
According to Shinto belief, Jimmu is regarded as a direct descendant of the sun goddess, Amaterasu. Introduction...
Trees were utilized in building construction and for ceremonial ornaments and daily implements. Introduction The Jomon period...
Review of a book discussing the history, religion, science, and technology of ancient Rome. By Dr. Migeul...
The Spartan myth of stranger-kings of divine descent was opposed to the Athenian ideology of autochthony. Introduction...
Ancient Sparta could be considered the most fully-realized form of gerontocracy that any state has ever implemented....
Analysis of a bronze cat reveals clues about its ancient past. By Jeffrey Maish, Judith Barr, and...
Plebeians sought to enforce reform on Patricians – and it worked. First, what happened in politics at...
A series of struggles between the Plebeians and Patricians that would last over the span of 200...
Romans were meticulous about their legal codes and left many for us to study today. Introduction The...