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The Renaissance was a period marked not just by developments in art production, but also ways of thinking, especially when it came to religion. Check out my article How the Renaissance Sparked a Religious Revolution in Europe recently published by TheCollector. https://lnkd.in/ghSVnAE9

Happy to share my first historical piece for TheCollector about one of my very favorite places in Greece. https://lnkd.in/gSUjuRZn

Beneath the stunning views of the Grand Canyon lie ancient artifacts, Native traditions, lost histories, and even wild conspiracy theories. Some archaeologists believe humans have lived in and around the canyon for over 12,000 years. Explore the hidden human stories carved into this natural wonder 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eeJ3ZAEA

Vermeer is one of the most famous artists of the Dutch Golden Age. Despite the fact that only ca. 35 paintings by Johannes Vermeer survive today. Vermeer’s paintings focus on domestic everyday life, yet they also reflect the wealth and expanding horizons of the Netherlands in the 17th century. How did the geographical discoveries of his time impact Vermeer’s art? Find out in my new article for TheCollector: https://lnkd.in/dkHT3dwx #dutchgoldenage #17thcenturyart #johannesvermeer #vermeer

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Particularly proud of this latest article of mine for TheCollector: https://lnkd.in/dn6b2qbv The chronology of early Dark Age Britain is a subject that has fascinated me for many years, so it was nice to be able to put together this piece and highlight some overlooked findings of modern scholarship.

5 Timeless Financial Tips from Greek and Roman Philosophers Thinkers like Seneca, Aristotle, and Cicero offered timeless insights on money, value, and moderation. Their advice remains surprisingly relevant in today’s fast-paced financial world. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_FSAqhy

I haven’t posted an update on my articles for TheCollector in a while but I have been steadily writing away, covering topics I studied at university in depth and others I have always been interested in. Here are some that stem from my time at Cardiff University and the University of Glasgow: The Weighing of the Heart Ceremony https://lnkd.in/eqsCuMYZ The Story of the Egyptian 18th Dynasty in 7 Pharaohs https://lnkd.in/eKVsVcKR Magic in Ancient Egypt https://lnkd.in/eJr8iB7V The Ancient Egyptian Afterlife https://lnkd.in/eE5GzUmS How Assyria Used Religion to Become a Superpower https://lnkd.in/eE58fUq6 The Assyrian Conquest of Babylon https://lnkd.in/eZ2BU-D4 The Assyrian Conquest of Egypt https://lnkd.in/e29hfAVh The Life of Assyrian King Sargon II https://lnkd.in/eVB_7_Hq The Relationship Between Assyria and Babylon https://lnkd.in/eBCFAYZc

How did the Assyrians manage to conquer Egypt and why didn’t they stay? In the 7th century BCE, Assyria’s short-lived conquest reshaped Egyptian politics and helped usher in a new era under native rule. 🔗 Explore the history: https://lnkd.in/edmnMK-E