(Encyclopedia) Vergil or Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro)Vergilboth: vûrˈjil [key], 70 b.c.–19 b.c., Roman poet, b. Andes dist., near Mantua, in Cisalpine Gaul; the spelling Virgil is not found…
(Encyclopedia) goldwork, ornaments, jewelry, and vessels created from gold. Such works have figured in almost every stage of civilization as symbols of wealth and power.
During the craft revival of…
Sojourner Truth These are monumental women! Because of their achievements, their likenesses have been carved in stone for all to see and remember.Who: Katharine Lee Bates, author of “America the…
2010 Academy Awards | Oscar winners and nominees The 2010 Academy Awards were presented on February 27, 2011, at the Kodak Theatre. All of the nominees are listed below; the Oscar…
(Encyclopedia) Homer, principal figure of ancient Greek literature; the first European poet.
The Odyssey is written in 24 books and begins nearly ten years after the fall of Troy. In the first part…
(Encyclopedia) Chaucer, GeoffreyChaucer, Geoffreyjĕfˈrē chôˈsər [key], c.1340–1400, English poet, one of the most important figures in English literature.
To Chaucer's final period, in which he…
Before Christ (B.C.) or Before the Common Era (B.C.E.)4.5 billion – 1B.C. World HistorySome Ancient CivilizationsRa, Egyptian Sun God (3000–2000 B.C.)See also Egyptian MythologyThe Great Pyramid at…
