In Homer’s Epic The Odyssey, as translated by Rouse, many people tell their stories and live their lives. It is these tales that make this epic a riveting story that has stood the test of time. However, The Odyssey is also valuable to modern readers for an additional reason. It provides insight into ancient Greek ...
The ancient Greeks have garnered a reputation for their scientific and mathematical advances and inventions. While inventors like Thomas Edison get praise for ushering in a modern age, the ancient Greeks prove that you can advance society using the elements. The principles behind their inventions continue to be used in modern society, both in secular ...
If you’ve ever been to an ancient Greek amphitheater, you have no doubt been amazing at how sound carries throughout the entire section of seating. How could the Greeks from over 2500 years ago have such a modern understanding of acoustics? Well, researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology may have figured out why you ...
Medicinal herbs serve as a wonderful alternative to modern medicine. Many people feel more comfortable using medicinal herbs when treating their ailments because they are aware of the ingredients that are being used, unlike many medicines and prescriptions that house several unknown substances. For thousands of years people have known that herbs can work and ...
