Justitia: The Origins & History of the Symbol of Law
Law stories are about people on edge. Laws are a mirror, holding up images of societal change to its face.
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Origins of Common Wedding Traditions: Engagement Rings, Wedding Veils, Shoes on Cars & More
Wedding ceremonies can be peculiar things and, most of the time, the rituals are completed without any second thought whatsoever. But how did these …
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The Life of Georgia O'Keeffe: Brilliant American Artist
Georgia O’Keeffe was an extraordinary painter. She became celebrity-style famous for her paintings of skulls in the desert – not teacups and bowls of …
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Facts about Skunks: What They Look Like, Where They Live, What They Eat and How They Smell!
Your assignment, should you choose it, is to find out more about that horrible, mysterious smell. Most likely it is from the shy and somewhat reticent …
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Ottoman Empire: Turkish History and Origins
There is no longer an Ottoman Empire. No one today speaks their language and there are no classics or poetry indicative of the age. For six hundred …
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Learning about Chinese New Year: When Does It Occur and What Is the Symbolism?
Whether celebrating the New Year in San Francisco’s Chinatown or Beijing, you will experience many traditions, from house cleaning and family dinners …
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The Life of Hans Christian Andersen: Interesting Author Biography
A Danish critic once said, “Andersen wrote more self-portraits than Rembrandt ever painted.” He was a great judge of character and had distinct …
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Learn about Bats: What They Look Like, What They Eat, Where They Live and Stories They Have Inspired
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a bat? Learn about bat mythology, biology and more.
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New Year's Eve Resolutions and Revelry: Why Do We Celebrate Like We Do?
New Year’s Eve is rife with traditions and customs, many of which vary between cultures, nations and even families. Learn the origins of some of …
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Understanding the Three Branches of Government: Executive, Judicial and Legislative
In the United States of America, the authority and power of the Federal Government governs us. We find and vote for people to represent us. This is …
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