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Livy as an HistorianLivy is one of the most respected and popular Roman historians. He was the first full-time historian and worked to create a balanced, accurate history of Rome. -
Tactitus: A Historian Ahead of His TimeThe Roman historian Tacitus was a historian centuries ahead of his time.
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The Historian by Elizabeth KostovaWe review The Historian, the debut novel by Elizabeth Kostova.
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Rock Historian Pete Fornatale to Present Woodstock Program, Book Signing at Barron Arts CenterPete Fornatale, widely respected rock historian and veteran disc jockey, will present a program and book signing for his book Back to the Garden: The Story of Woodstock at the Barron Arts Center on Thursday, February 18th.
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Book Review: The HistorianW. Somerset Maugham opened his classic novel The Razor's Edge with the line "I have never begun a novel with more misgiving," and that sentiment certainly applied to me as I began reading Elizabeth's Kostova's novel "The Historian."
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Learn to Love History as a Living Historian as a ReenactorThis article is about traipsing off into the past to see the American Civil War up close as a living historian. -
Annie Heloise Abel: Historian and ProfessorAnnie Heloise Abel was a renowned historian and professor in Native Americans and their history.
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Who was Jack the Ripper? a South African Historian Thinks He Has the AnswerCharles van Onselen, a historian from South Africa. presents a new theory as to the identity of Jack Ripper. -
Blackbeard's Ship the Queen Anne's Revenge Discovered According to HistorianEdward Teach was a resident of Bath, NC and did most of his pirating elsewhere. The Queen Anne's Revenge was one of the largest pirate ships to sail during the early 1700s. -
Peace in Iraq, Afghanistan Tied to Ending Child Hunger, Says HistorianHistorian Wm. Lambers says the cause of peace would be better served in Iraq & Afghanistan if there was more emphasis on fighting child hunger and poverty. Agencies say 300-400 million children in the world are malnourished; one child dies from hunger every 5 seconds.
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Huntington Beach, California, in Search for New City HistorianHuntington Beach City Historian will be in charge of preserving over 100 years of city history. You could be the perfect fit for this prestigious position. -
Is Livy a Better Storyteller or Historian?Discussion of the Latin historian as a literary figure, including examples from Ab Urbe Condita.
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Genealogy Tips for Beginners: How to Become Your Family HistorianSearch for your family history by becoming a family historian. Here are some tips for beginners.
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List of Imperial Roman Mints for the Historian and Coin CollectorHere is a list of the cities where Imperial Rome had mints for producing their coins, along with their corresponding mint marks. If you are interested in Ancient Rome or simply an avid collector of ancient Roman coins, you may find this list handy.
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U.S. Senior Naval Historian Discusses Piracy: Lessons from HistoryDr. Crawford delivers excellent insight into how past anti-piracy efforts can be applicable to today's modern piracy problem off the African Somali coast. -
Lincoln's Legacy on Slavery: Pre-eminent Historian and Author to Speak at St. Francis, to PublicMr. Foner is the author of "The Fiery Trial: Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery" and will be speaking on the topic at St. Francis College on Tuesday, October 12th -
"The Historian" - Review of the Novel by Elizabeth KostovaA novel that weaves the true story of Vlad Tepes (known as Count Drakul or "The Impaler") and mixes it with legend and other works of fiction to come up with a fascinating mystery/action/horror story.
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The Historian's BurdenWedded to facts is not as easy as one may think. -
Sir Galler the HistorianA fun poem I wrote whilst bored in my History class.
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The Historian by Elizabeth KostovoThis book is definitely a sleeper hit. Essentially unheard of by most readers, yet masterfully written.
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Howard Zinn: The "People's" HistorianHoward Zinn has had a remarkable journey since his birth to immigrant parents in 1922: As labor organizer, World War II bomber crewman, college professor and political activist, his wide experience has made him a constructive critic of American society. -
William Edward Dodd: The New Old South HistorianWilliam E. Dodd's Career took him from the forefront of Old South history to the cutting edge of current events.
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Who is . . . the Historian?AC Riddles: Can You Guess the AC Content Producer? "Here's a riddle for you to try. It's all about A-C. Catch the clues without a sigh, and shortly, you will see." -
Review of The Historian by Elizabeth KostovaWhen you finally put this book down, it had better be daylight. I'm just saying. -
An Introduction to Livy - The Great Roman HistorianLivy is considered one of the three major historians from the Roman Empire. Learn more about his life and what sets him apart from other Roman thinkers.
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Remembering the Day John Lennon DiedMost people remember where they were when they heard John Lennon died. In my interview, Beatles historian Bruce Spizer talks about that fateful day and discusses what he believes to be the legacy of the former Beatle. -
Joe Medicine Crow Tapped for U.S. Presidential Medal of FreedomU.S. President Barack Obama will present the Medal of Freedom to Joseph Medicine Crow. Crow is a 95-year-old Native American World War II hero and historian. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor awarded in the United States. -
TV Guide Introduces List of Top 25 Cult TV ShowsIn an interview with Stephen Gegler, the TV historian makes it clear that he has many issues with the list that was introduced by TV Guide about the top 25 cult TV shows. -
New Manson Family Film Explores 40 Los Angeles Locations Associated with Tate/LaBianca MurdersTenacity Entertainment will release "The Six Degrees of Helter Skelter," hosted by noted Hollywood death historian Scott Michaels, on December 18.
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Children's History Lesson on Slavery Based on Facts, Not RacismIn a time when the mere subject of slavery is likely to ignite accusations of racism, it comes as little surprise that North Carolina historian Ian Campbell is making waves for his history lesson.
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I Quit My Job in Pool Maintenance Because it was Too Draining.... And Many OthersMany jobs have serious downsides; like being an historian - there is no future in it.
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Book Review: The Historian by Elizabeth KostovaThis is a complex story of Vlad the Impaler and the legend that surrounds him. Told through letters and letters and journals written by several different people of different generations, a mystery slowly unravels.
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Technical Knockout (Part 1 of 5)M.T. Tunner's five-part biopic for The Clockwork Historian, detailing the rise of robot boxing, and the story of Orion--the first robot ever to fight a man. (Story set in the "[Not-So-Distant]" Universe.)
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Grace Kelly: Hollywood's Goddess of the 1950sAlthough Grace Kelly left Hollywood at age 26, she remains a legend that is now chronicled in a new book by biographer and film historian Donald Spoto. -
Biography: Karl MarxOne of the most important philosophers of the 19th century, Karl Marx was also an historian, sociologist and economist. He was the philosopher, who influenced more than anyone else the practical politics.
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Texas Texts to Favor Jefferson Davis Over Thomas JeffersonA look at what effect the actions of a few Texas School Board members could have on the nation's textbooks. -
Fredrick Jackson Turner's Influence on American Culture and Western HistoriographyTurner's western essays became the most influential work of any American historian.
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Book Review: Mr Lincoln's Brown Water Navy: The Mississippi Squadron, by Gary D. JoinerHistorian Gary D. Joiner has produced well researched, well written book about naval operations on the rivers in the Civil War's western theater of operations.
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Not Everyone Happy with Legend of Green Lady GhostThis article was originally posted in the Tri-Town Post on 10/15/2008.
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Nelson's Garage and Car Museum in Deadwood South DakotaDeadwood is a true historian paradise. Nelson's Garage and Car Museum is an exciting stop for anyone who loves history and those who don't.
