The Heian period, spanning from 794 to 1185, is a period Japanese history praised for its influence on the arts. The catalyst for this period would occur when Emperor Kanmu declared Heian, now known as the city of Kyoto, as the … Continue reading Anthropology: The Heian Period of Japan and Its Rich Cultural Significance
With the discussion of topics relating to Tamil people’s political, social, and cultural aspects, the prolific history of Tamil literature spans more than 2000 years. As a Tamil woman myself, I feel the need to indulge in the vast and … Continue reading Tamil Literature’s Rich History and Its Significance in Linguistic and Cultural Anthropology
Introduction Paris Syndrome is a psychological condition brought on by dismay when the titular city does not live up to one’s often heavily idealized and romanticized vision of it. Despite the fact that the world is in cinders and I … Continue reading A Longing Look at the Literary Sites of Paris
What do you associate cross-dressing with? Is it a man wearing a skirt? A drag performer? Is it Channing Tatum dressed as Beyonce? Cross-dressing is so prevalent in almost every culture around the world, but how much do we actually … Continue reading History of the Transformative World of Cross-Dressing
Jerry Siegal and Joe Shuster Superman, Man of Tomorrow and protector of the oppressed, is one of the world’s most famous fictional characters and the quintessential “super” hero. Superman is also a cultural icon whose stories and values represent universal ideals that … Continue reading Anthropology: The Cultural Meaning of Superman, The Man of Steel
Before we get to know the Armenian culture, let me tell you to whom this applies. The Armenian culture does not only imply the culture of people in Armenia but also the culture of Armenian people living anywhere in the … Continue reading Anthropology: A Brief Overview of Armenian Culture and History
Haiku, or the art of the short poem, is a form of Japanese poetry that has been and continues to be a pivotal part of Japanese culture. Interestingly enough, the Haiku is considered to be the world’s shortest poem, containing … Continue reading Haiku: The Art of the Short Poem and Its Cultural Significance
What is The Epic of Gilgamesh? The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian poem, written in the Akkadian language in the Mesopotamian city-state of Uruk. It is widely regarded to be the oldest piece of epic world literature on … Continue reading The Epic of Gilgamesh: An Ancient Mesopotamean Text and the World’s Oldest Epic Literature
The picturesque sceneries are not the only attraction of the Alpina nation Austria. It’s artistic expression represents the diverse art forms and its rich cultural heritage of the country which has contributed to the world of art immensely. At the … Continue reading Exploring Austria through its Eclectic Art History and Rich Culture