Fitzgerald alludes to Petronius’s Trimalchio in the mannerisms, lifestyle, and habits that Jay Gatsby exhibits in The Great Gatsby (1925). In the similarities between their nouveau-riche abodes and their significance in the world of wealth, the parallel among the collection of knowledge present in their ownership of libraries, and the contrast present in their habitual …
Chinese Terracotta Army: Chinese or Greek?
What is the Terracotta Army? The Terracotta Army consists of thousands of life-like terracotta sculptures, estimated to contain over 8000 soldier figures, 130 chariots, 520 Horses, 150 cavalry, and numerous sculptures of non military people, such as officials, acrobats, strongmen, and musicians. The army itself is a part of a massive necropolis, the tomb for …
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Clash of Titans: The Hypothetical Fist Fight Among Roman Emperors
Introduction The Roman Empire, a colossus of history, was defined by its fearless leaders who wielded power with an iron grip. As we dive into the realm of imagination, let’s embark on a thrilling journey – envisioning a no-holds-barred fist fight among the legendary Roman emperors. This electrifying exercise challenges us to explore who would …
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Three Ancient Roman Women You Should Know
In the annals of history, many voices of women have been drowned out by the voices of more prominent male figures. The ancient world, including Ancient Rome, was no exception. However, behind the scenes, there were women who played important roles in shaping the course of history. Here are three Ancient Roman women who overcame …
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Sulla: The End of the Roman Republic
The end of the Roman Republic is often imagined as Julius Caesar crossing the Rubicon and marching on Rome in 49 BCE, however another ambitious Roman statesman and general achieved the same feat, establishing himself as dictator of Rome over thirty years earlier. Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix, more commonly known as Sulla, was born into …
2000 Years Prior to Its Invention, Ancient Greeks Warned of the Dangers of Artificial Intelligence
When people discuss the origin of robots, they usually think of the science fiction of the early to mid-20th century, when machines similar to our current conception of robots began to enter the public imagination. The term itself originated in the writing of Czech playwright Karel Capek, whose “Rossumovi Univerzalni Roboti” in a 1920 play …
Delphi
My sister was certain that I was going crazy. I was certain of the opposite. In thirty days I’d have to face a board to approve or deny me a position as one of their members. We devised a plan to prove my innocence or guilt before the month was up – visiting an oracle …