

Pileus, Phrygian, Witches Hat - Moving to Freedom
The headgear is different from "Phrygian helmets" because of the lengthy ear flaps which make them recognizable as "barbarians"...

Where be Dragons?
While decorating my new apartment, one piece of décor I want is a wall tapestry of an antique map, especially one that would have sea...


Ghosts of the Ancient Past
What is the oldest ghost story you've ever heard of, not the first one you've ever heard, but the most ancient? Before doing research for...


I am the Flying Dutchman
If someone brought up the Flying Dutchman in a conversation that I have expertly steered to reach the topic, or we are playing a game of...