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Persephone Waiting for SpringA Shakespearean sonnet about the springtime. Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring, had to stay in the underworld half the year and return in the spring. This poem is about her feelings on the yearly ritual.
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An Ode to PersephoneA Shakespearean sonnet talking about the limited joy Persephone and her mother, the goddess of fertility Demeter, experience together during the spring and summer months before Persephone is returned to her husband, Hades, in the underworld. -
Persephone: Greek Goddess of the UnderworldTo study Persephone is to study a goddess of great mystery and striking contrasts. She has a dual nature and is even known by two different names. She is Kore; goddess of spring and fertility, a beautiful maiden beloved by her mother, picking flowers in a field.
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Julia Stiles as Persephone: BAM, Oct 26th - Oct 30thOpening for a short run on October 26th at BAM's Harvey Theater, Persephone gives Brooklynites the chance to see a Hollywood star in an intimate and "intoxicating" production. -
Pluto, Persephone and Big Mama Work it OutWhile you're busy enjoying the holidays with your family, pity poor Persephone trapped with Pluto in Hell with no cell phone signal.
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Analysis: How Persephone and Demeter Relate to Western Society TodayAn analysis of the poem "Demeter and Persephone" by Alfred Lord Tennyson.
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Deciphering the Mythology: Persephone of the UnderworldThe books about Percy Jackson & the Olympians, and the movie based on the first book, have brought new interest in Greek mythology. Both young and old will appreciate this brief guide to Persephone and the Underworld.
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"Two Sisters of Persephone" AnalysisThe poem "Two Sisters of Persephone" by Sylvia Plath presents a straightforward theme at first sight, but develops into a mythological allegory as the poet discusses the role of women in the era that the setting is placed.
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Can Julia Stiles Win Fort Greene in '˜Persephone'?If it were an ultimatum, then audiences would have to choose, but Julia Stiles taps her theatrical roots in the BAM production of Persephone
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PersephoneA Poem describing the joy of Spring time.
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Sonnet: Persephone's GiftThe daughter of Demeter makes her annual journey into the underworld, leaving her summer behind and autumn in her wake. A sonnet of the gift she gives her mother one year. -
Persephone: Still Feral Years After Her RescueShe's a gorgeous kitty whose life has been saved. However, even years after she was rescued, she's still largely feral versus domesticated. Life in our multi-cat home is still frustrating for this frightened feline and for us. -
Persephone's PoppiesOne of my favorite poems I wrote in my teens. -
Persephone in the WindThis is a short story written with transcendental pieces in mind.
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Daughters of PersephonePoetry regarding Spring and the coming of warm weather and sunshine
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PersephoneA poem about the contradictions girls are faced with every day in our society.
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Hades and Persephone, a Poem of Eternal RecurrenceThe flow of the male and female, of destruction and creation, in the voices of their prime representatives of Greek mythology, Hades and Persephone
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Book Review: Radiant Darkness by Emily WhitmanIf you know anything about Greek mythology then you have heard the story about Persephone being kidnapped by Hades. Here the story is retold from a new point of view.
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The Cycle of Life and Death in Greek MythologyIn ancient Greek mythology, the cycle of life and death and the hope for a serene afterlife are encapsulated in the myth of the goddess Persephone. -
Plato's Allegory of the CaveBy understanding Plato's allegory of the cave, we can better understand art, namely, the "Rape of Persephone."
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Why I Love 'And yet They Were Happy' by Helen C PhillipsA book of surreal fables about a young married couple finding themselves amidst a world of monsters, floods, and Persephone? -
Persephone ReturnsAn American Haiku about the relationship of smaller items that make a whole beautiful picture. Original Artwork by Jeanette Blair
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Demeter's GardenI walked a path to Demeter's Garden far beyond the river Styx searching for beauty, near departed. Upon the road I met a woman proclaiming herself Persephone... -
"Goddess of Spring" is a Good Summer Read"Goddess of Spring" is one of P.C. Cast's "Goddess Summoning" books. In this novel, a modern woman switches places with the greek goddess Persephone. She becomes a goddess in her own right and finds passion.
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Awesome Freeware #32: Castlevania FighterWhen you say "Castlevania fighting game", this is a lot closer to what I picture than Castlevania Judgment was -
Pomegranates: The Alien FruitA strange looking fruit that is even stranger in the manner it is eaten, but this oddity packs a flavorful punch with added health benefits.
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The Evolution of RomanceLove's beginning, middle, and present with a twist and spritz of humor.
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January Birthstones Fun & Interesting FactsSome facts and history of January birthstones from biblical times to modern day.
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Moonchyld's Entertainment News - United States of Tara ReviewShowtime's new comedy/drama takes us into the life of a woman with multiple personalites and how it effects the world around her. -
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy (Name Selection)Is your name too hard to say, yet easily forgettable? Naming newborn is a meticulous art, in anticipation of leadership and management positions, and a balancing act to provide uniqueness and significance, without subjecting the child to ridicule. -
Name Selection for Children: A Self-Fulfilling ProphecyMeticulous selection of names can be a "self-fulfilling prophesy." A lovingly chosen name emphasizes the special distinction of its unique nature, boosting a child's self-worth and pride. -
Carnival of Curses: IntroductionThe Seraphim and Excelsior Carnival is a respite from fear and monotony for the villages it visits. But the Carnival carries terrors of its own, not for its visitors but for the showmen, who all live under a curse at the hands of the Carnival's masters.
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Use of Herbs in Love SpellsLife is full of uncertainties and ups and downs can weigh heavy on our hearts. The absence of the one you love can be very traumatic at times. Use of certain spells with herbs can bring back the magic of love.
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A Brief History of Ancient Greek ArtLaying the groundwork for Western art, the first art that appeared on the European mainland appeared in Bronze Age Greece. Carrying through to the onset of the Roman Empire, Greek art had many stages of development and much to share with the world.
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How Cupid Became the Symbol for Valentine's DayWe have all come to know cupid as part of Valentines Day. Cupid is the cute little baby with the chubby belly that sends that arrow right through your heart.
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The OlympiansThe tales of ancient Greek gods and goddesses still make fascinating reading.
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GenIn the future, the lines between human and machine aren't all that clear.
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Herbal Remedies to Boost FertilityThere are various natural remedies that will increase your chances of conception and these can be integrated into your diet with a minimum of inconvenience.
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Allegory in Moulin RougeBaz Luhrmann's 2001 film Moulin Rouge is a retelling of the classic Orpheus myth.
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Olympia: The Ancient Greek Site of the Original Olympic GamesA brief look at the site of the original Olympiad, the sports played there and whether women really were banned.
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