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The major influence of Machiavelli on historical research and historiography is his philosophy of history that God plays no role in human affairs and its history.

Did you know that Joseph Stalin originally desired to become a preacher? Do you know what caused him to turn from these wholesome ideas and rally instead for the Communist party? After reading this article, you will!

It was on September 25, 1897 that one of America's most innovative writers was born. William Cuthbert Faulkner was born and raised in Mississippi and it is here that he would begin his journey to literary greatness. He was the oldest of four boys born...

Eric Rohmann is a talented author and illustrator. He won the Caldecott Honor for his book Time Flies and the Caldecott Medal for My Friend Rabbit.

Fyodor Dostoevsky's work Crime & Punishment influenced Friedrich Nietzche to create the ubermensch in Thus Spake Zarahustra.

In speaking of Afrocentric Homeschooling, or homeschooling with a black history emphasis, the point is not to exclude homeschoolers who are not black, but to help those who wish to have this information.

This is a critical review and analysis of Lawrence Wright's book about al-Qaeda and the events which led to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States.

An insightful documentary that examines the life and candidacy of South Dakota Senator George McGovern.

The 19th century Howe family participated in the American Spiritualist movement. Eber, Orville and Myrta Howe all left written accounts of Spiritualist belief. These writings are invaluable in the study of this religious phenomenon.

How to write humor and comedy for kids using proverbs

This is a review of Preston Nibley's biography of Brigham Young, the second president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

This paper is a review of the 1976 film Sybil and the real life story of Flora Schreiber and her battle with Dissociative Disorder (multiple personalities). It further discusses the possible causes and treatments of the disorder.

An examination of some of the early contributors to the science of psychology. This paper takes a look at some of the doctrines and theories brought forth by Auguste Comte and Gustav Fechner.

This essay describes the fictitious personalities of Dumbledore and Gandalf and how their authors created them to represent a powerful motif of "hopefulness" in their respective novels.

A critical read of Francis Ford Coppola's screenplay adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby alongside A&E's Mira Sorvino-lead film, this article argues that Nick Carraway must be the considered the main character of a new film adaptation.

Nikita S. Khrushchev had power in Russia from 1953 to 1964. Due to poor planning, problems existing before Khrushchev took power, and bad advising, Khrushchev was taken from power using legal means.

"Commedia dell'Arte" technique discussed by master performers Dario Fo and Franca Rame.

In my previous article, I examined the historical facts behind St. Patrick and his life. This article examines the reason behind St. Patrick's legacy - his missions work in Ireland. St. Patrick was the type of missionary that others can model themselves after today.

Sandra Day O'Connor was often criticized for not following a distinct feminist or conservative jurisprudence. Instead she had her own unique jurisprudence which epitomized moderation. This was influenced by her conservative political affiliation and her gender

In his two volume biography of Hitler, Sir Ian Kershaw paints as clear a picture of Hitler as we are ever likely to see. Since its publication, his biography has become the authoritative work on this enigmatic subject...

Susan B. Anthony, most notable for her tireless efforts to pass the Nineteenth Amendment and her face gracing US Currency made integral contributions for women's rights. Here is a brief overview of some of her greatest achievements.

I don't know about you, but I miss the days when you could go to your favorite sports television station or website and actually find news about sports.

Each year, Americans pay tribute to the legacies and contributions through observance of Black History Month in February.

An exploration of the uncanny effects of cannibalism, sex, and tattoing upon postcolonialism generally, and Melville studies specifically.

A review of Edmund S. Morgan's Benjamin Franklin biography.