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The Archaeology of Epic Battles: Separating Heroic Verse from Historical

–Ananya Sinha Human history is preserved not merely in inscriptions and chronicles but also in the songs, epics, and myths preserved by generations as cultural memory. Among the most enduring of these histories are epic tales of wars—tall tales of gods and heroes engaged in battles which shaped civilizations. Epic poems like Homer’s Iliad, India’s […]Read More

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Fragrant Legacies: Uncovering the Ancient Art of Perfumery

Perfumery, an art as old as civilization itself, has woven an intricate tapestry of cultural, religious, and medicinal significance across the tides of time. From the sun-drenched plains of ancient Mesopotamia to the enigmatic temples of Egypt and the bustling streets of the Indus Valley Civilization, the story of perfumery unfolds as a captivating journey […]Read More