Sylvia RoseSep 164 min readLiterature: Great Literary Patrons in HistoryBenefactors of literature cultivate intellectual centers of creativity and innovation. Here are five powerful historical patrons whose...
Sylvia RoseSep 167 min readThe Pseudos: Underground Alchemy Writers Who said that? Pseudos are writers whose work is falsely attributed to a major figure. The real writer can be one or more. Many share...
Sylvia RoseSep 154 min readArnaldus de Villanova: Medieval AlchemistArnaldus de Villanova (1240 - 1311) is a prominent figure of medieval alchemy, literature and medicine. He comes from Spain, studies at...
Sylvia RoseSep 96 min readIsabella Cortese: Renaissance Writer, Alchemist, EntrepreneurLady Isabella Cortese is born in the 16th century into a wealthy family in Italy. In Venice, she transcends conventional norms to shine...
Sylvia RoseSep 13 min readExpulsion of Intellectuals Alexandria 145 BCEAlexandria, founded by Alexander the Great, is one of the intellectual capitals of the ancient world. It boasts the famous Library of...
Sylvia RoseAug 225 min readChristine de Pizan: Medieval WritingsChristine de Pizan or Pisan (Cristina da Pizzano) c.1364 - 1430 is an Italian-born French court writer during the reign of King Charles...
Sylvia RoseJul 4, 20234 min readGerman Myth - Harvest SpiritsHarvest spirits abound in German mythology and folklore. They're helpful, harmful or indifferent but must all be treated with respect....