Articles for tag: Aristophanes, Ferrets, Genghis Khan, Vermin

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History of the Domesticated Ferret

Ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) have been domesticated for thousands of years. Unfortunately, we do not know the first civilization that decided to take on the challenge of living and working with ferrets. It is thought that the domestic ferret is a descendant of the European polecat (Mustela putorius putorius) and/or the Steppe Polecat (Mustela eversmanni). ...

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How to Grill a Perfect Cheeseburger

Everyone knows the feeling- that moment when the perfect hamburger comes sizzling off of the grill. All the juices are sealed safely within a perfectly round, perfectly tasty piece of hamburger, and then, when the moment comes to take that first juicy bite, your lips sink to the buns and the sensation of deliciousness sweeps ...

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Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan

Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan This 2007 Film is rated R and runs 125 minutes This was and has been one of my favorite movies of all time. So I am kicking off my new post as Featured Movie Contributor with it. No spoilers here unless you know a bit about history or have ...

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China in the Middle Ages: History for Kids

Do you need to understand China in the Middle Ages? Kid history ideas are excellent ways to start learning about Chinese history. A period of economic decline and turmoil marked the start of the Middle Ages, but China would not stay mired in decay for long. By the time China was half way through the ...