The Orcs of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings trilogy have become one of the most iconic creatures in fantasy literature, but unlike the equally famous Elves and Dwarves, Orcs are entirely the creation of Tolkien. They are in essence a modern monster, built... More »
A mighty hero sails to the land of his father’s trusted friend, slays a family of monsters to defend a hall and its king, wins glory and honor for his name to become king himself, and perishes in epic battle with the deadliest opponent he ever faced. It sounds... More »
Welcome to the first episode of People Who Should Have Been famous! Today host Eva shares the innovation of Jeanne Villepreux-Power and why she should have been famous. References: “France, 1800–1900 A.D.” In Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History. New York: The Me... More »
When you think of this time of year, you envision chestnuts roasting on an open fire and intimate moments with friends and families. These keep us as warm inside as out during the cold winter months. With this comes a variety of different celebrations that tak... More »
This month celebrates the rich history and culture that African-Americans have developed over the years, from music to film, to literature to politics and everything in between. Many figures have made an impact on African-Americans and therefore, American-hist... More »