The modern Olympics were founded in 1894 with multitalented gentleman amateurs in mind. By the 1970s those ideals were abandoned once and for all. Athletes had become professional and the rules had to change. Ancient Greece, home of the original Olympic Games, was no different. When great public sporting events became popular the athletes became professional.
Words: 653 Downloads: 1 Category: Classical Studies By: E P WohlfartThis article examines the fluctuation of the power of kings throughout the middle ages. The article begins with Charlemagne and ends with the Hundred Years war. Also follows the development of feudalism in the middle ages.
Words: 1390 Downloads: 1 Category: Classical Studies By: Roger QuinnThis 1700 word article discusses 7 ancient mysteries which have fascinated humanity for hundreds, even thousands, of years. The mysteries include the disappearance of Alexander the Great´s tomb, the Lost Ark of the Covenant, and the unexplained failure of Mayan civilization. The mysteries covered are arranged from the most ancient to the most recent, and include some of the most recent thoughts.
Words: 1700 Downloads: 1 Category: Classical Studies By: Victoria GPerseus´ quest to slay the Gorgon Medusa has long been the subject of books, plays, and movies. This 2,000-word article is an original re-telling of the classic tale.
Words: 2000 Downloads: 0 Category: Classical Studies By: DM GutierrezThe usage of jade in Chinese history and its significance to Chinese religion and culture. Jade is considered to be the most sacred gemstone to the Chinese for its highly spiritual qualities and luck that guarantee an individual peace, success, and good luck.
Words: 819 Downloads: 0 Category: Classical Studies By: Mary HaberstrohAlmost all that is known about herbs, especially as to their healing properties, can be traced back to a text written by Dioscorides over 1900 years ago. This article details the history of that knowledge.
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