For students of the humanities…
New Advent is a Catholic resource with a huge amount of information. It includes a literature section and a Catholic encyclopedia. The encyclopedia contains detailed sections on cultural topics including the Crusades, Italian literature, Iconoclasm, Christian Art, Ecclesiastical Architecture, Gothic Architecture, and many other topics related to Catholicism. link to New Advent
The Crusades were an important series of events in European history, but they are not as straightforward as many believe. This article from BBC Bitesize gives a good overview of these events. Even though it is intended for a younger audience, this is a solid resource. link to What were the Crusades?
History Crunch is a website that contains a lot of solid information on a variety of historical topics. Both the modern and ancient worlds are well represented. link History Crunch
Lumen Learning offers a number of educational resources, and their look at Western Civilization is very thorough, with information stretching from the ancient world to the more recent past. If you are researching a topic in Western culture or history, this site is worth a look. link Western Civilization (Lumen Learning)
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
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
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
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
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
The art and architecture of Rome has been instrumental in the development of Western Art. This article by Oxford Art Online does a great job giving an overview of the art and architecture of Rome and what made it great. link to Roman Art and Architecture
The Greco-Persian Wars helped to ensure that Western Civilization survived and thrived. This article effectively explains what the wars entailed. link to A Complete Timeline of the Greco-Persian Wars
The Crusades took place during a tumultuous time in European history, and they are an interesting topic to study. This article from the BBC's History Extra gives a great overview of the First Crusade. link to The First Crusade: your ultimate guide
