For students of the humanities…
As a long time student (and now teacher) of the Humanities, I know how difficult it can be to find sources. So, I decided to put this blog together to help my students (and anyone else who's interested) more easily find sources for their research. Keep in mind, however, that there are many different types… Continue reading A Few Notes on Using These Sources
While I suggest you browse (or use the search function and/or tags) through the entries to find the websites and videos that are most relevant to your research, I thought it might be helpful to provide a list of links for quicker access. Please note that this list only contains the websites and videos on… Continue reading Table of Contents: Websites and Videos
The Amber Room was a masterpiece of Russian art and design. It is also at the heart of one of the enduring artistic mysteries of World War II as its ultimate fate remains unknown. This article from the Smithsonian discusses the room and what is known of its history. link to A Brief History of… Continue reading Article: A Brief History of the Amber Room
The history of exploration is a rich one that deals with the maps that people made and used, and the places that they sought to find. This article provides a brief overview of that important history. link to Exploration through the Ages
Realism as a movement in art began in the 19th Century. This article from Art in Context discusses that history and the art that made it great. link to Realism Art – A History of Realism and the Realism Art Movement
Sometimes the best way to study an artistic movement or period is the focus on the work of one author. That is what this article from the Journal of Historians of Netherlandish Art does as it focusses on the sublime and comedy in the works of Dutch Baroque artist Frans Hals. link to The Comedic… Continue reading Article: The Comedic Sublime-A Distinctly Dutch Baroque in the Work of Frans Hals
When most people think of the Renaissance, magic is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. It is important to remember, however, that the Renaissance overlaps with the Middle Ages--where magic was definitely present in the culture. This article from the Guardian discusses the presence of magic in the art of the Renaissance.… Continue reading Article: A curse on all your paintings: the secret magic of Renaissance art
The Humanities is a field that strives to bring together many different aspects of culture. This article is a good example of that as it brings together fiction, baseball, and the Jazz Age. link to Shoeless Joe, the Bambino, the Big Bankroll, and the Jazz Age
Are you interested in Dutch art from the Baroque period? If so, this article from Art in Context provides a great deal of information and examples of the subject. It's an interesting and informative read. link to Dutch Baroque – The Golden Age of Dutch Art
The history of maps is essential part of the study of the history of exploration. This article from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill provides a great introduction to the subject. link to Maps of Exploration and Settlement
The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood created some of the most interesting art of the Victorian era. They looked back to the past of art for their inspiration; and in doing so, changed art for the future. This series of articles from The Victorian Web provides a wide ranging discussion of their work and influence. link to Pre-Raphaelitism
It is a modern falacy that magic and science cannot coexist. In fact, many of the branches of science can trace their origins to the magical arts. This blog post from the Science Museum Group discusses the Renaissance connections between these two fields. link to From alchemy to astronomy: Practitioners of science and magic in… Continue reading Article: From alchemy to astronomy: Practitioners of science and magic in Renaissance Europe
The Italian Renaissance may well be the most significant art movement of all time. This website, put together in conjunction with Oxford University Press and the National Gallery of Art (in Britain) details the movement in a number of informative modules. link to Italian Renaissance Learning Resources
Magic was an important part of human culture from antiquity. Renaissance Florence was no exception. This article from the University of Chicago provides a great introduction to the subject. link to Magic in Humanist Florence
If you are interested in the Crusades, then this article may be a good place to start. It provides a great description of many of the Crusades, and the sections of the article are hyperlinked to make it easier for interested scholars to find their way around. link to Crusades
Ancient buildings can have websites too. In this case, the Colosseum's website has a great description of Roman gladiators and how they fought. link to Ancient Roman Gladiators
Mesopotamia gave civilization many of its firsts. It is the foundation of many of the things that people consider essential today. This article from the History Channel goes through many aspects of Mesopotamian civilization, and is a great place for any interested scholar to begin their study. link to Mesopotamia
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