History
January 1, 2024

Explore 870,000 Items in the New York Public Library Online Archives

Before the internet, the New York Public Library was one of the largest repositories of human knowledge in the world. People could call in and ask their random questions to experienced librarians, long before people pulled out their phones to use Google search. But the library has kept up with modern times, making books available for digital rental and providing a wealth of online resources for consultations by the curious.

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History
December 31, 2023

Renaissance Master Leonard Da Vinci Wrote One of the Earliest Known Resumés

Applying for jobs has always been stressful. Even Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance genius who was a master in everything from painting to inventing, must have felt the pressure too. Early in his career, before the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, the legendary artist was still building his reputation. He had to seek work from the wealthy, noble patrons of Italy.

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Archeology
December 29, 2023

Latest Archeological Research Suggests Women May Be Better Hunters Than Men

When thinking about prehistoric men and women, there are longstanding stereotypes. Men used to go out and hunt large creatures, while women gathered food—a clear-cut division of labor based on sex. However, the latest research points out that this was not entirely true. Not only did some women hunt as well, they also possessed certain physical traits that may have made them better hunters than their male counterparts.

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Store
December 29, 2023

Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarves To Stay Stylish During Winter

When the temperature drops, staying warm usually takes precedence over style. Fortunately, brands like Shovava create beautiful accessories that blend warm and softness with aesthetics that never go out of fashion. Their line of cotton and silk-cashmere blend scarves feature hand-painted designs based on the striking wings of birds. The Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf is a tried and true best-seller at My Modern Met Store.

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