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Literary History
Aphra Behn: The First Professional English Female Author
Born in 1640, Aphra Behn was one of the first women in England to make a … Aphra Behn: The First Professional English Female AuthorRead more
Mary Shelley: A Closer Look At The Writer’s Dark Past
The mind behind one of the most famous horror books to ever have been written, Mary … Mary Shelley: A Closer Look At The Writer’s Dark PastRead more
5 Sci-Fi Writers Whose Works Predicted The Future
Looking back over the course of history is one of the easiest ways that we can … 5 Sci-Fi Writers Whose Works Predicted The FutureRead more
Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832
The June Rebellion, also known as the Paris Uprising of 1832, took place between June 5-6, … Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832Read more
To Be Or Not To Be: 5 Writers Rumored To Be Behind Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is one of the most celebrated writers in history. Despite having died long ago, … To Be Or Not To Be: 5 Writers Rumored To Be Behind ShakespeareRead more
Surprising Facts About Shakespeare You Didn’t Learn In School
We all learn about England’s most beloved playwright, William Shakespeare in school, but when people think … Surprising Facts About Shakespeare You Didn’t Learn In SchoolRead more
On This Day , November 23rd
1. 1936: First issue of Life Magazine published It was on this date in 1936 that … On This Day , November 23rdRead more
On This Day, November 16th
1. 1973: Nixon signs law authorizing Alaskan oil pipeline President Richard Nixon signed the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline … On This Day, November 16thRead more
On This Date, November 14th
1. 1970: Marshall University devastated by plane crash It was on this date in 1970 that … On This Date, November 14thRead more