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Just My Type: Kardashev Civilizations in SF and Beyond
What does it mean for a civilization to be a million years old? How would you go about classifying such civilizations? Join us for a look at the Kardashev scale and the role it plays in SF and our own future.
kardashev civilizations • type i civilizations • type ii civilizations • type iii civilizations • kardashev civilizations in science fiction
What does it mean for a civilization to be a million years old? How would you go about classifying such civilizations? Join us for a look at the Kardashev scale and the role it plays in SF and our own future.
kardashev civilizations • type i civilizations • type ii civilizations • type iii civilizations • kardashev civilizations in science fiction
Civilization and its Discontents
A discussion, with examples and links, of the Dutch female photographer Philippine Hoegen, who excels at pictures of domestic unhappiness.
A discussion, with examples and links, of the Dutch female photographer Philippine Hoegen, who excels at pictures of domestic unhappiness.
Converting a Savage Mind: Conversion and Civilization
This article continues "Converting a Savage Mind," explaining the role that "civilizing the native" played in "converting" Africans to Christianity.
commerce • christianity • and civilization • missionaries • islam
This article continues "Converting a Savage Mind," explaining the role that "civilizing the native" played in "converting" Africans to Christianity.
commerce • christianity • and civilization • missionaries • islam
Debt, AIDS, and Western Civilization
The main topics at the G8 meeting this week in Edinburgh are debt relief and ending poverty in the developing states. These are not problems a G8 session can settle.
poverty in africa • g8 action on poverty • debt relief for africa
The main topics at the G8 meeting this week in Edinburgh are debt relief and ending poverty in the developing states. These are not problems a G8 session can settle.
poverty in africa • g8 action on poverty • debt relief for africa
The Birth of Civilization in Ancient Mesoamerica
When -and for what purposes-did the peoples of pre-Columbian Middle America seek to develop from hunter-gatherers into the creators of some of the most renowned cities in the entire history of ancient civilization? Are all the great civilizations of Mesoamerica-the Maya, Aztecs, Olmecs, Zapotecs, and others-part of one great culture? Were there “strong continuities” in ancient Mesoamerica that created this one great civilization known as ancient Mesoamerica, that then flourished from 1200 BC to 1521 AD? What factors prompt the birth and define the characteristics of civilization, anyway? A study of Mesoamerica's cultural creation provides many clues.
mesoamerica • middle america • pre-columbian • hunter-gatherer • civilization
When -and for what purposes-did the peoples of pre-Columbian Middle America seek to develop from hunter-gatherers into the creators of some of the most renowned cities in the entire history of ancient civilization? Are all the great civilizations of Mesoamerica-the Maya, Aztecs, Olmecs, Zapotecs, and others-part of one great culture? Were there “strong continuities” in ancient Mesoamerica that created this one great civilization known as ancient Mesoamerica, that then flourished from 1200 BC to 1521 AD? What factors prompt the birth and define the characteristics of civilization, anyway? A study of Mesoamerica's cultural creation provides many clues.
mesoamerica • middle america • pre-columbian • hunter-gatherer • civilization
War, Religion, and Civilization
Why do some groups rarely fight each other while other groups engage in warfare rather frequently? The answers are varied, complex, and inextricable from human nature.
war on terrorism • middle east politics • nature of war • war and society • origins of war
Why do some groups rarely fight each other while other groups engage in warfare rather frequently? The answers are varied, complex, and inextricable from human nature.
war on terrorism • middle east politics • nature of war • war and society • origins of war
River Valley Civilizations - The First Steps in Permanence
A discussion of the construction techniques and principles used by the first civilizations - The River Valley Civilizations sprung at the banks of the Nile, Tigris and Euphrates, the Indus and the Hwang Ho.
river valley civilizations • nile • tigris • euphrates • indus
A discussion of the construction techniques and principles used by the first civilizations - The River Valley Civilizations sprung at the banks of the Nile, Tigris and Euphrates, the Indus and the Hwang Ho.
river valley civilizations • nile • tigris • euphrates • indus
A Clash of Civilisations?
Were the crusades part of an ongoing clash between the West and Islam?
clash • civilisations • civilizations • west • east
Were the crusades part of an ongoing clash between the West and Islam?
clash • civilisations • civilizations • west • east
Ancient Egyptian Medicine
Crude by today's standards, the physicians of Ancient Egypt were nevertheless revolutionary in their study of the human anatomy and the healing of illness and disease.
ancient egypt • ancient egyptian medicine • egyptian physician • mummification • papyrus
Crude by today's standards, the physicians of Ancient Egypt were nevertheless revolutionary in their study of the human anatomy and the healing of illness and disease.
ancient egypt • ancient egyptian medicine • egyptian physician • mummification • papyrus
Preaching Poetry
I defined a mission for myself; now I'm living it.
kay day • reading • poetry • sharing • audience
I defined a mission for myself; now I'm living it.
kay day • reading • poetry • sharing • audience
The Snake Man in Ancient Myths
The Snake Man and his civilizing influence in several distinct cultures support the idea that early man was developed and shaped by a non-earthly source of intelligence.
snakeman • ancient myths • extraterrestrial origins • civilization • writing
The Snake Man and his civilizing influence in several distinct cultures support the idea that early man was developed and shaped by a non-earthly source of intelligence.
snakeman • ancient myths • extraterrestrial origins • civilization • writing
Vietnam's Champa Towers
On the high hills under the brilliant tropical sun proudly yet sadly stand the ornate towers which are the vestiges of the once glorious Champa Kingdom.
champa civilization • champa towers • vietnam ancient civilization • champa architecture • hinduism related culture
On the high hills under the brilliant tropical sun proudly yet sadly stand the ornate towers which are the vestiges of the once glorious Champa Kingdom.
champa civilization • champa towers • vietnam ancient civilization • champa architecture • hinduism related culture
What is in situ?
Definition of the gloassary term in situ
in situ • archaeology • archaeologist • artifact • culture
Definition of the gloassary term in situ
in situ • archaeology • archaeologist • artifact • culture
What is the Bronze Age?
The definition of the glossary term Bronze Age
bronze age • smelting copper • metalworking • mycenaeans • minoans
The definition of the glossary term Bronze Age
bronze age • smelting copper • metalworking • mycenaeans • minoans
Another Mystery of Mesoamerica: The Enigma of the Olmecs
Evidence points to the Olmecs as the first emerging civilization of Mesoamerica, not the Maya. The discovery remains a quiet one--but should be getting as much attention as the discovery of Troy. Who's been keeping it quiet and why? Once more, an ancient culture emerges seemingly intact--with little evidence of early development. Where did the Olmecs come from? The find is wrought, still with controversy.
ancient civilization • mesoamerica • olmec • maya • archaeological
Evidence points to the Olmecs as the first emerging civilization of Mesoamerica, not the Maya. The discovery remains a quiet one--but should be getting as much attention as the discovery of Troy. Who's been keeping it quiet and why? Once more, an ancient culture emerges seemingly intact--with little evidence of early development. Where did the Olmecs come from? The find is wrought, still with controversy.
ancient civilization • mesoamerica • olmec • maya • archaeological
Asteroids, Comets and Earthlings
Discussion of celestial impact with the earth.
comet • asteroid • earth impacts • civilization • destruction
Discussion of celestial impact with the earth.
comet • asteroid • earth impacts • civilization • destruction
Converting a Savage Mind: Failure and Conclusion
This article concludes the series on "Converting a Savage Mind," by describing the failure of 19th century missions in Africa. (It should be noted that Christianity was wildly successful in Africa during the 20th Century.)
failure • missionaries • missions • evanglism • great britain
This article concludes the series on "Converting a Savage Mind," by describing the failure of 19th century missions in Africa. (It should be noted that Christianity was wildly successful in Africa during the 20th Century.)
failure • missionaries • missions • evanglism • great britain
Florida Keys' Delicate Environment and Its Unsung Champions!!
Paul, "The Wise Gardener!" describes a trip to the Florida Keys, in his own "Tropical Backyard", and discusses its very fragile ecology, and some special individuals who are trying to turn around what civilisation is destroying/altering!
florida • the keys • tropical environment • mangroves • seabirds
Paul, "The Wise Gardener!" describes a trip to the Florida Keys, in his own "Tropical Backyard", and discusses its very fragile ecology, and some special individuals who are trying to turn around what civilisation is destroying/altering!
florida • the keys • tropical environment • mangroves • seabirds
New Beginnings
Life is full of new beginnings. They are the essence of hope. This is especially true for our children. By giving them a good education, we give them the best opportunities for a good future.
education • future • hope • opportunities • challenges
Life is full of new beginnings. They are the essence of hope. This is especially true for our children. By giving them a good education, we give them the best opportunities for a good future.
education • future • hope • opportunities • challenges
New forms of slavery!
In today’s world we are used to talk about human rights related with the third world, oppressed people, minorities etc. But little do we talk about slavery. ,In today’s world we are used to talk about human rights related with the third world, oppressed people, minorities etc. But little do we talk about slavery.
"ostarbeiters" • civilization -confidence • inferiority complex • "own will" • slavery
In today’s world we are used to talk about human rights related with the third world, oppressed people, minorities etc. But little do we talk about slavery. ,In today’s world we are used to talk about human rights related with the third world, oppressed people, minorities etc. But little do we talk about slavery.
"ostarbeiters" • civilization -confidence • inferiority complex • "own will" • slavery
Part Two: The Mysteries of Teotihuacan
Mysteries, myths and legends abound over the genesis and sudden collapse of Teotihuacan; ancient Mesoamerica's golden city. Was it a utopia created to appease angry gods, or the place where bloody human sacrifices began? Profound efforts are underway to unlock the secrets of this mysterious civilization, as archaeologists and anthropologists rebuild its past, without the benefit of any written record. Teotihuacan: Called by its survivors as "The Place where Time Began."
quetzalcoatl • feathered serpent • pyramid • mesoamerica • sacrifices
Mysteries, myths and legends abound over the genesis and sudden collapse of Teotihuacan; ancient Mesoamerica's golden city. Was it a utopia created to appease angry gods, or the place where bloody human sacrifices began? Profound efforts are underway to unlock the secrets of this mysterious civilization, as archaeologists and anthropologists rebuild its past, without the benefit of any written record. Teotihuacan: Called by its survivors as "The Place where Time Began."
quetzalcoatl • feathered serpent • pyramid • mesoamerica • sacrifices
Quetzalcoatl
Meet the feathered serpent, the great civilizing god of ancient Mexico.
quetzalcoatl • viracocha • god • mexico • andes
Meet the feathered serpent, the great civilizing god of ancient Mexico.
quetzalcoatl • viracocha • god • mexico • andes
Teotiuhuacan: City of the Gods
Popular Mayan and Aztec ruins fuel the imagination and are well known to most people. But there is an ancient, little-known city-created before the Aztecs, before the Maya, before the Olmecs, that archarologists and anthropologists believe provides a key to unlocking more distant and yet,more complex answers to life in Mesoamerica. Teotihuacan plays a starring role in Mesoamerican anthopology. Why?
teotihuacan • teotihuacan • anthropology • mesoamerica • civilization
Popular Mayan and Aztec ruins fuel the imagination and are well known to most people. But there is an ancient, little-known city-created before the Aztecs, before the Maya, before the Olmecs, that archarologists and anthropologists believe provides a key to unlocking more distant and yet,more complex answers to life in Mesoamerica. Teotihuacan plays a starring role in Mesoamerican anthopology. Why?
teotihuacan • teotihuacan • anthropology • mesoamerica • civilization
The Chinese
This articles traces the origin and the social set up of ancient China. It also throws light on the increasing stature of China in today's world
china • chinese • the han • feudal fief • confucianism
This articles traces the origin and the social set up of ancient China. It also throws light on the increasing stature of China in today's world
china • chinese • the han • feudal fief • confucianism
The First Americans
Where did the first native Americans come from? How did they get there? This article explores the scientific and scholarly evidence about the first arrivals of native humankind to the Americas, and how they developed unique cultures that became the tribes we know of in history, and today.
native americans • bering strait • beringia • migration • asia
Where did the first native Americans come from? How did they get there? This article explores the scientific and scholarly evidence about the first arrivals of native humankind to the Americas, and how they developed unique cultures that became the tribes we know of in history, and today.
native americans • bering strait • beringia • migration • asia
Virtue is its Own Reward
Do people in psychosis have insight to the human condition that no else can, and what good would it do them if they did? How do they feel about their experiences? I can only tell you what I think about those years I was lost in psychosis.
psychosis • schizophrenia • tantric • antisexuals • civilization
Do people in psychosis have insight to the human condition that no else can, and what good would it do them if they did? How do they feel about their experiences? I can only tell you what I think about those years I was lost in psychosis.
psychosis • schizophrenia • tantric • antisexuals • civilization
Pre-Historic Civilizations in Ecuador
Archaeological sites excavated in Ecuador prove existence of pre-historic cultures and allow us to understand more about the ancient cultures from what they left behind.
inca empire • prehistoric las vegas culture • las vegas culture • el inga • ecuador
Archaeological sites excavated in Ecuador prove existence of pre-historic cultures and allow us to understand more about the ancient cultures from what they left behind.
inca empire • prehistoric las vegas culture • las vegas culture • el inga • ecuador
French Major
French majors enjoy study abroad opportunities and small, friendly departments, and go on to careers in teaching and translation.
french major • fluent in french • french language • college-level french courses • study abroad
French majors enjoy study abroad opportunities and small, friendly departments, and go on to careers in teaching and translation.
french major • fluent in french • french language • college-level french courses • study abroad
Greek Art Special Exhibitions
Four museum special exhibitions describe the development of Greek art from the Neolithic Cycladic Islands through the origins of the modern Hellenic state in 1830 A.D.
greek art museum exhibitions • cycladic minoan classical byzantine art • greek painting sculpture decorative arts • macedonian royal coins currency numismatics • type role portrait
Four museum special exhibitions describe the development of Greek art from the Neolithic Cycladic Islands through the origins of the modern Hellenic state in 1830 A.D.
greek art museum exhibitions • cycladic minoan classical byzantine art • greek painting sculpture decorative arts • macedonian royal coins currency numismatics • type role portrait
Child labor and human rights!,Child labor and human rights!
In this article we wish to concentrate on other controversial topic – child labor, and what does it mean. Generally known that the childhood is the happiest period of a human’s life.,In this article we wish to concentrate on other controversial topic – child labor, and what does it mean. Generally known that the childhood is the happiest period of a human’s life.
childhood • adults and parents • civilization development • reliable future • energetic blasts
In this article we wish to concentrate on other controversial topic – child labor, and what does it mean. Generally known that the childhood is the happiest period of a human’s life.,In this article we wish to concentrate on other controversial topic – child labor, and what does it mean. Generally known that the childhood is the happiest period of a human’s life.
childhood • adults and parents • civilization development • reliable future • energetic blasts
Petra the City Carved in Sandstone
Petra, an ancient city carved out of red sandstone, shows the advanced culture of a civilization that lived there more than 2,000 years ago.
petra • visiting petra • jordan attractions • the nabateans • seven wonders of the world
Petra, an ancient city carved out of red sandstone, shows the advanced culture of a civilization that lived there more than 2,000 years ago.
petra • visiting petra • jordan attractions • the nabateans • seven wonders of the world
Alexandria Minnesota Travel Guide
Dotted with over 200 lakes, Alexandria has a rich pioneer history and beautiful resorts. It's also home to the controversial Kensington Runestone.
alexandria minnesota • kensington runestone • lake carlos state park • birthplace of civilization • douglas county
Dotted with over 200 lakes, Alexandria has a rich pioneer history and beautiful resorts. It's also home to the controversial Kensington Runestone.
alexandria minnesota • kensington runestone • lake carlos state park • birthplace of civilization • douglas county
Atlantis and Thera
The "Lost City of Atlantis" has captivated many as fable. But there are theories, and even some evidence, floating around that Atlantis was real, and it was Minoan.
atlantis • ancient culture • ancient civilization • legend • minoans
The "Lost City of Atlantis" has captivated many as fable. But there are theories, and even some evidence, floating around that Atlantis was real, and it was Minoan.
atlantis • ancient culture • ancient civilization • legend • minoans
Cuenca - the Athens of Ecuador
Cuenca, the third largest city in Ecuador, is full of tradition, art, religion, and colonial charm.
cuenca ecuador • athens of ecuador • where to go in ecuador • history of cuenca ecuador • culture and tradition in ecuador
Cuenca, the third largest city in Ecuador, is full of tradition, art, religion, and colonial charm.
cuenca ecuador • athens of ecuador • where to go in ecuador • history of cuenca ecuador • culture and tradition in ecuador
Egypt's Nubian Pharaohs
The story of the discovery of the monuments and relics of the Nubian black rulers of ancient Egypt and an photographic guide to them.
egypt history • egyptology • egyptian dynasty • kushite dynasty • ancient civilization
The story of the discovery of the monuments and relics of the Nubian black rulers of ancient Egypt and an photographic guide to them.
egypt history • egyptology • egyptian dynasty • kushite dynasty • ancient civilization
Guns, Germs, and Steel
In his Pulitzer Prize-winning study of global human history, Jared Diamond offers a powerful explanation as to why some peoples rose to power and others fell behind
jared diamond • guns germs and steel • history • world history • civilization
In his Pulitzer Prize-winning study of global human history, Jared Diamond offers a powerful explanation as to why some peoples rose to power and others fell behind
jared diamond • guns germs and steel • history • world history • civilization
More on the Piri Reis Map
The Piri Reis Map has been examined by experts and found to be amazingly accurate.
paranormal • suite 101 • jodee redmon • piri reis map • piri reis
The Piri Reis Map has been examined by experts and found to be amazingly accurate.
paranormal • suite 101 • jodee redmon • piri reis map • piri reis
Right to live!
One “event” that did not left a single human being indifferent. There are also those who celebrate – but I think they could not been accounted as human beings.
terrorism • united states under attack • muslims • clash of civilizations • international unity
One “event” that did not left a single human being indifferent. There are also those who celebrate – but I think they could not been accounted as human beings.
terrorism • united states under attack • muslims • clash of civilizations • international unity
Wisdom and Folly of Communication
Ever experienced miscommunication? Knowing the dynamics in the expression of thought is crucial in getting the message right.
human civilization • vehicle of their thoughts • system of communication • communication gap • ambiguities in language
Ever experienced miscommunication? Knowing the dynamics in the expression of thought is crucial in getting the message right.
human civilization • vehicle of their thoughts • system of communication • communication gap • ambiguities in language
Alien call I.
First contact will probably - if it ever takes place - not be face to face, instead, a distant call may be radioed purposefully or not. Neither will it be a true dialogue unless some fundamental physics breakthrough emerges. For decades now, many people are scanning the dial looking for signals. You may help too.
alien • aliens • alien call • alien transmission • frank drake
First contact will probably - if it ever takes place - not be face to face, instead, a distant call may be radioed purposefully or not. Neither will it be a true dialogue unless some fundamental physics breakthrough emerges. For decades now, many people are scanning the dial looking for signals. You may help too.
alien • aliens • alien call • alien transmission • frank drake
Converting a Savage Mind: The Introduction
Introduction to a series of articles, to appear over the next several weeks, that describe the British attempt to convert the African "savage" during the 19th century.
19th century • colonialism • commerce • the three c's • missionary
Introduction to a series of articles, to appear over the next several weeks, that describe the British attempt to convert the African "savage" during the 19th century.
19th century • colonialism • commerce • the three c's • missionary
Ethnic Identity and Religion on the Upper Slave Coast
The Anlo-Ewe of modern-day Ghana exemplify the link between religion and ethnic identity.
ghana • upper slave coast • anlo • anlo-ewe • amlade
The Anlo-Ewe of modern-day Ghana exemplify the link between religion and ethnic identity.
ghana • upper slave coast • anlo • anlo-ewe • amlade
Man's Very Amazing Best Friend
All about our common canine companions, and their not-so-common abilities and feats.
dog • dogs • canine • wolf • wolves
All about our common canine companions, and their not-so-common abilities and feats.
dog • dogs • canine • wolf • wolves
Miner 2149
Fond of empire building games? Miner 2149 lets you develop and manage a mining colony for 2 years - if you last that long.
palm • pilot • palmpilot • 3com • games
Fond of empire building games? Miner 2149 lets you develop and manage a mining colony for 2 years - if you last that long.
palm • pilot • palmpilot • 3com • games
Need a Good Book?
Good books on the Italian Renaissance are easy to come by. Here are some of my favorites.
italian • renaissance • machiavelli • medicine • social history
Good books on the Italian Renaissance are easy to come by. Here are some of my favorites.
italian • renaissance • machiavelli • medicine • social history
On Being a Citizen and a Believer in God
How we can live in this world, overwhelmed by cares, preserving the faith in God that awaits us for eternal life.
faith • god • abortion • civilization • capitalism
How we can live in this world, overwhelmed by cares, preserving the faith in God that awaits us for eternal life.
faith • god • abortion • civilization • capitalism
Passion, And Prejudice; Vengeance, And Justice
So you are an opponent to Capital punishment. You state that life is sacred, and not only is Capital punishment immoral revenge; but it is also a barbaric, racist, and an antagonistic method of (so called) justice....Okay, let us break this down. For, I am not an unbending proponent. With a logical move, I could be persuaded to support a possibility of no Capital punishment. However, I will state that I have yet - in many arguments - to recognize a logical position on avulsion.
law • justice • god • rules • regulations
So you are an opponent to Capital punishment. You state that life is sacred, and not only is Capital punishment immoral revenge; but it is also a barbaric, racist, and an antagonistic method of (so called) justice....Okay, let us break this down. For, I am not an unbending proponent. With a logical move, I could be persuaded to support a possibility of no Capital punishment. However, I will state that I have yet - in many arguments - to recognize a logical position on avulsion.
law • justice • god • rules • regulations
Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces of Pre-Columbian Mexico
The ancient people of Mesoamerican were not the violent savages depicted by Europeans after the Spanish invasion. Instead, they became highly accomplished in art, medicine, philosophy, complex astrology and math, architecture, government and organized religion. Where did ancient Mesoamericans come from and how did they transform from loosely knit hunter-gatherers to complex, legendary civilizations?
pre-columbian • civilization • mexico • nomads • religion
The ancient people of Mesoamerican were not the violent savages depicted by Europeans after the Spanish invasion. Instead, they became highly accomplished in art, medicine, philosophy, complex astrology and math, architecture, government and organized religion. Where did ancient Mesoamericans come from and how did they transform from loosely knit hunter-gatherers to complex, legendary civilizations?
pre-columbian • civilization • mexico • nomads • religion
The Tale of Viracocha
Out of a time of chaos came a great man to bring order and civilization back to a lost people...
viracocha • andes • incas • south america • mythology
Out of a time of chaos came a great man to bring order and civilization back to a lost people...
viracocha • andes • incas • south america • mythology