Fiction
The Widowed Matron
I can see it now if I was a woman of the 1870s. Chances are my name would be Victoria Taylor and I would have lived in the great state of Texas. I would have been born sometime in the 1840s, so I would have been close to middle age for a woman then. The likelihood of both my parents being alive were very slim back then, with it more likely that my father outlived my mother. I may or may not have siblings, with the chances running closer to only one or two full siblings and several half-siblings, especially if my father remarried after my mother passed away before him.
By Mother Combs3 years ago in History
"Katsudo Shashin" (also known as "The Moving Picture")
"Katsudo Shashin" (also known as "The Moving Picture") is considered the first recognized anime in history. Directed by Shimokawa Oten, it was released in 1907 during the early years of Japanese cinema. While only a few seconds of footage from this groundbreaking work have survived, its significance in the development of Japanese animation cannot be overstated.
By Kian Gutierrez?3 years ago in History
Finding a Name. First Place in Past Life Challenge. Top Story - July 2023.
As an illustrator, my job was methodical. Witnesses would give their mental reconstructions to the authorities, who would then relay to me the intricacies, the outlines, the prominence of the space between the eyebrows. Then, I’d infer the specifics. What type of head should it be: broad and brachycephalic? Stretched and dolichocephalic? Or somewhere in the middle? And how does one measure the depth of the palpebral ligament? You wouldn’t think there’d be an intimacy to the upper eyelid, but it predetermines the stroke of the lashes, which suggests the wakefulness of the eyes, the feature that a distraught brother or a bewildered neighbor may be most likely to recognize.
By Catherine Dorian3 years ago in History
Unsolved Mysteries of the World and the Universe That Defy Explanation...
Welcome back to another adventure as we explore ten fascinating mysteries of the world and the universe. Get ready to be amazed and enthralled as we learn the answers to questions that have perplexed historians, scientists, and astronomers alike. These are some of our favourite topics to discuss, and if you have any requests for future ones, just let us know in the comments below.
By Francis Dami3 years ago in History
Time Traveling Through Occupations
If I were born in a different historical period, my occupation would be vastly different from what I have today. The job market, technology, and societal norms have evolved significantly over the years, and it is intriguing to consider what I would have done for a living in the past.
By Lionel Tchami3 years ago in History
Black man’s freedom . Content Warning.
In a small town called Libertyville, there lived a determined young man named Marcus. Marcus was a black man who grew up in a time when racial segregation was still prevalent, and opportunities for people of color were limited. Despite the challenges he faced, Marcus had a burning desire for freedom and equality.
By Precious Kenneth3 years ago in History
Malik’s African Adventure. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in a small town nestled in the heart of Africa, lived a young boy named Malik. He was an inquisitive and adventurous soul, always eager to explore the world beyond his village. Malik's ebony skin glistened under the warm African sun, and his eyes sparkled with a boundless curiosity.
By Precious Kenneth3 years ago in History
History Of The Wall Of Wolf Street
Introduction: The Wall of Wolf Street, a colossal representation of wealth and power, soars above the skyline of New York City's busy financial center. This building, which represents the path of individuals who fought their way to the top while leaving a trail of dashed hopes in their wake, is more than just a physical structure. It is a symbolic fortification. Be prepared for an epic tale of triumph, deception, and eventually, redemption.
By Abdul Wahab3 years ago in History
