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Literature
Literature
The 10 Dos and Don’ts of Etiquette to Become a Lady in Regency England
“A woman’s reputation is as brittle as it is beautiful,” notes Elizabeth Bennett in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, a…
Literature
Time for You to Brush Up On the 12 Greatest Works of Medieval Literature
Medieval literature is by far the least popular aspect of English Literature degrees worldwide. Usually studied only when mandatory, it…
Folklore/Mythology
St. George and Beyond: 12 Dragon-Slayers from Around the World
Dragon legends are recorded all over the world, from the seas of Japanese folklore to the icy climes of Northern…
Literature
11 Surprising Things You Never Knew About William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is a big deal. He's the most famous writer of all time, in any language, and his plays…
Literature
The War of Roses Gave Birth to the Brutal Butcher of England
The War of the Roses ranks as one of the most violent periods of English history, during which conspiracies, massacres,…
Literature
These 12 Erotic Poems and Novels Throughout History Make Fifty Shades of Grey Seem Tame
From ancient poetry to Fifty Shades of Grey, sexuality is a constant theme in artistic expression. Like all literature, erotica…