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The Tragic Myth of Orpheus
The ancient Greek myth of Orpheus is a tale of love and loss that has resonated with us for centuries. In this video essay, we travel back to the ancient world to take a journey with Orpheus, down into the underworld in an attempt to retrieve his love Eurydice.
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By Gustave-Claude-Étienne Courtois - loumargi.tumblr.com/post/163759437008/gustave-courtois-1853-1923-orph%C3%A9e-1875www.ville-pontarlier.fr/uploads/elfinder/Musee/17courtois_orphee.pdf, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=91289022
Orpheus - Jean Cocteau 1950
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Music courtesy of Epidemic Sound
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The Timeless Beauty of Palladian Architecture
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Discover the elegance and harmony of Palladian architecture, a style that has captivated the world for centuries. In this video, we explore the life and legacy of Andrea Palladio, the mastermind behind iconic structures like the Villa Capra (La Rotonda). Learn how his principles of simplicity, symmetry, and classical beauty influenced architectural masterpieces across Europe and America, includ...
Christopher Marlowe: The Mysterious Life and Death
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On the 30th May 1593 the celebrated playwright and contemporary of Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, was killed in a tavern brawl in Depford. The reason for his death has been much debated over the centuries but no definitive solution has been presented. Here we will look at his life, his work, and ultimately, his death. Image Attributions: Marlowe Memorial Deptford Church By Ethan Doyle White ...
Caligula: Rome's MAD Emperor
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Caligula is a somewhat troublesome historical figure. He has been presented to history as a despotic madman, who, through his erratic behaviour, was vehemently despised by his people. So much so that he had to be taken out of the picture by one of his own guards some four years into his authoritarian reign over Rome. The sordid stories of his life have been passed down the centuries as examples...
The Old Kingdom EXPLAINED| Ancient Egypt Documentary
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The Old Kingdom EXPLAINED| Ancient Egypt Documentary
Edward I & Bards: The Untold Welsh Saga
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Edward I & Bards: The Untold Welsh Saga
Discovering the Untold History of the Welsh Dragon #history
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In this video, we'll trace the history of the Welsh dragon back to its roots and discover the captivating story of its evolution through the ages. From ancient folklore to modern interpretations this video will show the cultural significance of the mythical beast. Image Attributions Dacian Draco By CristianChirita - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18532226 Draco ...
How the Romans Conquered the Sacred Island of Anglesey
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In the year AD 43 the Romans invaded Britain. Landing on the Kent coast, over the next decade the roman army, moved throughout the land, taking much of the south of England and Wales. Next, they turned their attention to subjugating the Druids of Anglesey. This is the story of the Roman conquest of Anglesey. -Selected Sources- Barry Cunliffe, The Druids Jan Morris, The Matter of Wales Tacitus, ...
Owain Glyndŵr & the Welsh Revolt // Medieval Wales History Documentary
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In Wales, there is a legend of a messianic figure, destined to lead its people to freedom from subjugation. Stemming from the legends of King Arthur, the term ‘Y Mab Darogan’ (Son of Destiny) has been given to a number of historical Welsh figures over the centuries. Llewelyn the Great, Llewelyn the Last and Owain Lawgoch all held the title for a time. All ultimately fell short of the prophesy. ...