Catherine de’ Medici: Queen, Mother, and Power Broker
Catherine de' Medici was the Queen of France as the wife of Henry II, and she became one of the most powerful political figures in 16th-century France. As the mother…
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Bishop Fish: A 16th-Century Myth Told for 500 Years
Even though there are many other takes on the subject, two basic drawings of the bishop fish have served as inspiration for scholars and writers for almost 500 years.
Facts About Jealousy That Will Help You Better Understand Its Nature
It can push us to take risks, bring benefits, or make us gorge ourselves on chocolate bars.
The Mechanism of Fear: How to Train Your Brain Not to Be Afraid
Explained using a dog as an example
Can You Die From Fear?
The human body is a complex mechanism that can sometimes be ridiculously fragile.
Is Fear Really Contagious?
Ancient evolutionary mechanisms still work even today.
Yes, Fish Can Drown, But How Does This Happen?
If we told you that fish can drown, you probably wouldn't believe us. How could they possibly drown in the…
