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The Madwoman and the Mansion: Jane Eyre, Rebecca, and the Gothic Heroine
Jane Eyre and Rebecca may start in similar places, but their moral compasses point in opposite directions.
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Tudor Tuesdays: Did Henry VIII Really Do That? The Tudors Season 1, Episode 1 Fact Check
How inaccurate is the first episode of the Showtime series, The Tudors?
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The Art of Power: How Henry VII Used Storytelling to Secure His Throne
How did Henry VII use art, theater, and divine symbolism to legitimize his rule?
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Short Story: Out of the Tomb
Mary Magdalene reflects on her interactions with Christ as He lies dead in the tomb. (Or is He?)
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Between Gods and Ghosts: Why We Love Cats in Myth, Legend, and Fantasy
Cats walk between worlds, from ancient Egypt to fairy tales to fantasy novels. Why do they fascinate us so deeply and what do they bring to our stories?
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