Today, there are plenty of ways we can get a glimpse into the past. Looking at old photos and gazing at artifacts in museums can help us learn about history, but the best way to feel like you're really time traveling is by setting foot on age-old sites.
In the world of Medieval illuminated manuscripts, there's one work that sits above the rest.
Nestled off the coast of Normandy is Mont-Saint-Michel, a magical site that dates back to the Middle Ages.
Most book lovers would agree that coming across a very long sentence in a novel can sometimes require multiple reads to comprehend. The world of literature is full of examples of sprawling monologues and multi-line descriptions, but it was American writer William Faulkner who was featured in the 1983 Guinness Book of World Records for his lengthy passage from his 1936 book, Absalom, Absalom! The huge run-on sentence consists of 1,288 words and countless clauses.
While most composers like to handwrite their sheet music, over the years there have been all types of machines invented...
The Palace of Versailles boasts a grandiose history.
Did you know that France is currently the most visited country in the world? Though impressive, this accolade is hardly surprising. Boasting countless cultural institutions and hoards of historic landmarks, France is full of top tourist destinations, including the Palace of Versailles. While you're likely familiar with the site as it stands today, the château has changed a lot over the years—an evolution you can now explore in three dimensions.
Most of us use the letters of the alphabet everyday, but did you ever stop to wonder how their shapes...
At the turn of the century, France experienced its Belle Époque.
Fireworks are beautiful to look at it and enjoy, but the moment can seem fleeting due to their temporary nature. That's what makes this newly digitized catalog of fireworks illustrations from Jinta Hirayama so amazing. Fireworks are frozen in time to be enjoyed over and over. And the best part? They're available to download for free.
A mid-twentieth century travelogue provides the inspiration for Sous Les Etoiles Gallery‘s newest photography exhibition.
These days, the words “Old English” most likely conjures up images of a font used to evoke a historical feel.
