Historical
The Literary Masterpiece Hidden for 62 Years
The Incredible Story Behind a Novel I had not even heard of Irène Némirovsky until I read her story in Once Again to Zelda by Marlene Wagman-Geller. That book is a collection of fifty short essays giving the background stories on the dedications to fifty novels ranging from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in 1818 to Michael Chabon's The Yiddish Policeman's Union in 2007.
By Marco den Ouden4 years ago in FYI
The Captivating History of Indian Tea
India is among the top tea-consuming countries in the world and is the second-largest producer, after China, of its "offer" including the famous Assam and Darjeeling varieties. About 70% of the tea produced in India is consumed in the country.
By James Heavystorm4 years ago in FYI
Christmas Colors
The traditional colors for Christmas are red and green but other colors like gold and silver are also seen, Many different colors and their symbolism come from the traditions and customs of Northern or Western Europe. All the colors are a way to brighten up the holidays and make the bleak winter days shine.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in FYI
The Misconception of Thanksgiving
Today's political climate has made it so many traditions and holidays have become a topic of controversy. Many of these controversies are not without merit, but it would seem as though history and a lack of proper education has misguided those arguing for or against either side. Thanksgiving is no exception to this. To some, Thanksgiving is a time to bring people together. To love your family, your friends, and have a feast. To others, Thanksgiving is a symbol of colonization. It symbolizes the oppression of the Native American people, and such ideas should be considered taboo. It is easy to see why each side of the argument feels so strongly about the holiday, and it's easy to see where both sides have merit in their arguments. With this in mind, however, both sides have been fairly misguided. In this article I will be talking about the actual origins of Thanksgiving, and hopefully be teaching a handful of people as well.
By The Marvelous Mr. Eden4 years ago in FYI
BURIED TREASURE UNDER THE STREETS OF LONDON
For over 300 years, buried treasure lay undisturbed below one of London’s busiest streets. No one knew it was there until builders demolished a timber-framed building in Cheapside near St Paul’s Cathedral, in June 1912. The building had stood on the site since the 17th century, but the cellars were older and lined with brick.
By Paul Asling4 years ago in FYI
Founder Sahara India Pariwar - Subrata Roy Sahara
Subrata Roy Sahara, the Chairman and Managing Worker of Sahara India Pariwar is an Indian conglomerate that has diversified businesses and assets. It also includes Aamby Valley City, India's largest land bank, which is located in Indian cities. Roy established the company in 1978.
By Ranbir Sharma4 years ago in FYI
Why Do We Celebrate Christmas on December 25?
Here begins our series of articles on the History of Christmas. The traditional season of Advent, leading up to Christmas, begins today. It is celebrated in the church calendar as one of the most festive seasons of the year.
By Bill Petro4 years ago in FYI
Know About The History & Significance Of National Constitution Day
Why Do We Celebrate National Constitution Day? On 26 November 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted its Constitution. Although it was implemented on January 26 (Republic Day), 1950. National Constitution Day is celebrated every year on 26 November to make the citizens of India aware of the Constitution and remind them of the constitutional values and their rights. This day is observed to promote the sense of respect among the citizens of the nation for the constitutional values.
By SA News Channel4 years ago in FYI
