Ice core data showing Roman-period lead pollution peaks is one of the most striking pieces of indirect evidence for ancient economic activity. You can literally see the Roman mining economy in Arctic ice.
The best trips I've taken were not the cheapest. But having strong cost control skills means the money I do spend goes toward the things that actually matter to me.
The invention of the codex — replacing the scroll — is one of the most important information technology transitions in history, and it happened in late antiquity.
Ptolemy's Almagest is the most sophisticated ancient scientific text and one of the most influential books ever written. Its geocentric model was not wrong in any simple sense — it made accurate predictions — it was simply superseded by a better model.
As a solo female traveler who has done Guatemala and Nicaragua twice, this is accurate. The shuttle bus recommendation specifically is correct — worth the premium.
This community is so helpful. Thanks everyone
Ice core data showing Roman-period lead pollution peaks is one of the most striking pieces of indirect evidence for ancient economic activity. You can literally see the Roman mining economy in Arctic ice.
The best trips I've taken were not the cheapest. But having strong cost control skills means the money I do spend goes toward the things that actually matter to me.
The invention of the codex — replacing the scroll — is one of the most important information technology transitions in history, and it happened in late antiquity.
I had the opposite experience — Nolan worked great for me
The argument about the Letterboxd effect is the most measured version of this critique I've read.
Ptolemy's Almagest is the most sophisticated ancient scientific text and one of the most influential books ever written. Its geocentric model was not wrong in any simple sense — it made accurate predictions — it was simply superseded by a better model.
As a solo female traveler who has done Guatemala and Nicaragua twice, this is accurate. The shuttle bus recommendation specifically is correct — worth the premium.