“The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves, that we are underlings.” – William Shakespeare (attributed to Cassius) These iconic words, immortalized by Shakespeare, hint at the complex and often contradictory character of General Cassius Longinus. Overshadowed in popular memory by his co-conspirator, Brutus, Cassius was a pivotal figure in the … Read more
Introduction “These are my jewels,” Cornelia famously declared, gesturing not to glittering gold or precious stones, but to her sons, Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus. This anecdote, passed down through the centuries, offers a powerful glimpse into the life and values of Cornelia, daughter of the legendary Scipio Africanus and a pivotal figure in Roman history. … Read more
Introduction “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves, that we are underlings.” These famous words, attributed to Gaius Cassius Longinus in Shakespeare’s *Julius Caesar*, hint at the complex motivations that drove this Roman senator and general to become one of the most notorious figures in Roman history. Often branded as … Read more
Introduction “These are my jewels,” Cornelia famously declared, gesturing not to precious stones, but to her sons, Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus. This anecdote encapsulates the essence of Cornelia, a woman renowned not only for her lineage as the daughter of Scipio Africanus, the victor of the Second Punic War, but also for her intellect, virtue, … Read more
Introduction Cornelia, mother of the Gracchi brothers, stands as a monumental figure in Roman history, not for military conquest or political dominance, but for the quiet strength of her character, her commitment to her family, and the enduring influence she wielded from within the domestic sphere. The anecdote of the Campanian lady, flaunting her jewels … Read more
Introduction Imagine holding a piece of history, a tangible connection to a world almost unimaginable in its vibrancy and brutality. The Alexander Warrior Jar, a specific type of ancient vessel we’ll explore, offers precisely that – a portal into the life and times of Alexander the Great, a military genius who reshaped the ancient world. … Read more
