Iron Age

The body is a form of art that extrapolates ones identity. It is through the identity of the body, that the society dictates the treatment of individuals. Ovid declares in his opening statement of the Metamorphoses, “to tell of bodies changed into new forms.” The body is consistently changing or shape-shifting, like the Greek characters, thus changing ones identity. And with the change of identity come the change of treatment of the self. Ovid’s proposition in his Metamorphoses, In the Flesh by…

context that created that piece of literature worthy of analysis. One of the most fascinating aspects of Chaucer’s literature is the manner in which he shrouds an explicit portrayal of a male dominated society in the medieval period. In the middle ages a woman’s duty was to be a wife, a housekeeper and a mother. Men were a superior gender and they were entitled to beat their wives if they misbehaved. Women were dominated by the members of their family. They were expected to obey their father,…

War and Battels There were a lot of battels in the medieval times. Medieval battles and wars was just a part of the everyday life in the middle ages. Battels were mainly in Medieval England but also through out the whole of Europe. Battles involving Medieval Europe were also happening throughout the world. As the Medieval Europe times progressed the tactics and weapons used in medieval war and battle change in a very big way, and were usually won by the armies that had the most advanced medieval…

Jousting was a very sophisticated sport and it tested the courage and the combat skill of knights. It was an athletic contest to the death (before 14th century). This sport is still played today, however, it is not as prominent as it was during the Middle Ages. Very popular in Medieval Times, jousting tournaments spread quickly all over Europe from its place of origination in France. Jousting was important in history, it was played as a tournament, and required various kinds of equipment to be…

It is also known as an abbey because the church was a part of the monastery where the monks lived, prayed, and worked. Today, Conques Abbey and its famous reliquary are the only known surviving examples of such art that was common during the Middle Ages. Due to its ample history and well-preserved state, the church continues to be a popular destination for visitors from all around the world.…

American actress Marilyn Monroe once said, “Respect is one of life’s greatest treasures” (par 11). In medieval times, knights were highly respected in society. These mounted warriors not only received, but rightfully deserved respect from all in society. Medieval communities were captivated by knighthood and its fearless, yet gentle soldiers. Undoubtedly, knighthood was often a common theme in literature and characterized the medieval period. In the renowned British literature classic, The…

wanted to play. So, many sports like the three previously listed became professional so that the athletes could have more opportunities to be chosen for a team and play against other teams from across the country. The 20s were also called the Jazz Age because of the boom in Jazz music and dancing. Dances like the Charleston, Black Bottom, the Fox Trot, and the Shimmy suited the fast-paced lifestyle of the younger generation. Unfortunately, many people from the previous generation saw the dances…

Finger Claws This alternative weapon is not exactly practical for humans outside of science fiction and fantasy but it is one of the most aesthetically pleasing weapons on the list. This weapon will likely never see a dip in popularity thanks to the awesome examples that some of the animal kingdoms give us for claws. Someone will always want tiger claws. You can find some pretty ornate claws throughout the internet, most notably etsy, which makes this weapon a fashion statement all on their…

Veritas, relating to life, death, and time, is a universal literary theme, seen in many works of literature. The element of time is seen in “The Chaser” by John Collier, “A Sound of Thunder” by Ray Bradbury, “To the Virgins, To Make Much Of Time” by Robert Herrick, and “To a Young Girl at a Window” by Margaret Widdemer. The writers utilize symbolism to demonstrate the importance of spending time wisely, since the past cannot be undone. Herrick writes his poem as an experienced person speaking…

century. Europe was a system of monarchies and two empires – each ruled with an iron fist and no regulation. Monarchs had final say in everything from political matters to who would grow a certain type of crop. Across Europe, there was a struggling peasant society that was being forcefully crushed and constantly dominated by the uncontrollable nobility. But, that soon changed with the introduction of the Enlightenment. The Age of Enlightenment undermined the authority of the monarchy and the…