Celebrating the Solstice
The Summer Solstice, occurring between June 20-22, marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Ancient civilizations celebrated it differently. Various cultures today maintain traditions that celebrate nature, renewal, and the warmth of summer.
One Piece & Freedom
Themes of the hit manga, anime and now Netflix live action show, One Piece range from dreams and one's sheer force of will, to politically aligned themes such as authoritarianism, racism or slavery but, while intrinsically connected within in the story, very few are as prevalent and overarching as F
Behind Lili Elbe
Lili Elbe was a truly pioneering person. She was a creative, determined Danish woman. She made rational, if historic, decisions about her own body because she wanted to - and because she had the means.
The Legend of Sappho of Lesbos
When it comes to 2,500 years, it blurs the lines between myths and history. In the case of Sappho, the different eras since 600 BCE affected her legacy in different ways.
Boston Marriages: A Brief History
In a time when marriage to a man was more about survival, expectation, and tradition, Boston Marriages offered women an alternative: independence, companionship, and in many cases, private, quiet romances.