Plato was a famous philosopher and the student of another famous philosopher, Socrates. In Plato’s writings, he often writes as if his teacher, Socrates, were the one speaking. One of his most famous pieces is known as The Allegory of the Cave. Plato uses this allegory to illustrate his views on the different levels of ...
There is some concern in the criminal justice arena about the safety of releasing prisoners into society after serving long prison terms. Recidivism, for one thing, frightens many police officers and attorneys, because it is likely that violent offenders will re-offend once placed back in society. However, it is unethical to keep prisoners beyond their ...
Victorian party games were the often highlight of Victorian social gatherings, as friends and families came together in the parlour to enjoy a few rounds of their favorite pastime. Long before television, movies and the internet became daily sources of fun and distraction, Victorian party games kept kids and adults engaged and entertained during long, ...
In February of 1968 a short, disheveled, seemingly incompetent detective debuted on television investigating the murder of a psychiatrist’s (Gene Barry) wife in “Prescription For Murder.” Thirty-five years and 68 episodes later, this detective solved his last case. Of course without further description, everyone recognizes Lieutenant Columbo, LAPD played so brilliantly by Peter Falk. So ...
