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Feb 7, 20238 min read
Exhibition: Plowman Family’s Postcard Collection
For our INF1005H research project, we chose to study the Plowman Family Postcards at the John M. Kelly Library. 1912 Valentine & Sons...
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Jan 13, 202310 min read
D'nasty Family Affair: Peculiar Ptolemaic Pharaohs
The ancient Egyptians are one of the most fascinating human civilizations. Their unique archetypal culture dazzles all who encounter it....
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Dec 28, 20217 min read
Go the Distance in the Opposite Direction
Let’s travel back in time to the simpler days when one’s biggest worry was rewinding the VHS tape after watching a favorite Disney film....
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Nov 26, 20216 min read
Myths & Legends 2022 Continuation
2021 has been an eventful year with many things happening globally and personally. For the topic of this blog, we will look at the...
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Nov 13, 202110 min read
Hellenistic Health & Miraculous Cures
If you are intrigued about the ancient methodologies of healthcare and its accomplices, this blog will be the medicine that the high...
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Nov 8, 202110 min read
Hubris in Aeschylus 'Agamemnon'
Since the 5th century BCE Greek drama has captivated its audience through its diverse genres of tragedy, comedy, and satyr plays. The...
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Oct 30, 20216 min read
‘Helios- ween’: Witches, Monsters & the Undead
I write this on the Eve of Halloween on a dull gray raining day on Toronto, Canada. The spooky season is in full effect and ghouls are...
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Oct 24, 20215 min read
Born to Die: Hades & Persephone
The figures of Greek mythology are known worldwide, though out history and modern-day. These divine subjects continue to inspire...
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Oct 17, 20217 min read
DIVINE: A mix of Julius Caesar with a dash Hunger Games
All I have to say is Veni Vidi Vici! M.J Woodman came to the writing table with the vision of this wondrous futuristic Roman inspired...
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Oct 17, 20216 min read
Gods & Monsters: Who is the True Villain?
*Disclaimer: This post mentions extensive discussion of abuse, especially sexual abuse and suicide. Please be mindful of the content...
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Oct 3, 20217 min read
A Wink to Classical Mythology
From first glance one might assume that this novel is referencing to Olympus, Greece. Any classics enthusiast will be initially drawn to...
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Sep 17, 20211 min read
To Blog or Not To Blog
Hello to all of you lovely Amused Angels! I am happy to announce that we are deviating from 'Bookstagram' to start a new conversation on...
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