Fiction
Independence Day is upon us.
The Declaration of Independence, a seminal document in American history, outlines several key ideas and principles that have had a profound impact on the development of democratic societies worldwide. Adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the Declaration expresses the motivations behind the American colonies' decision to separate from Great Britain and serves as a declaration of the fundamental rights and values upon which the United States was founded. This essay will delve into the key ideas and principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence, exploring their significance and enduring influence.
By Adebisi Ayodele3 years ago in History
A Woman of Independent Means
Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of 15th August, 1882, in which you declined my application for the position of saleswoman. I confess to feeling most disappointed at your response, as I have long held your establishment in the highest regard, and indeed have made several purchases with which I have been very pleased. I am aware that many of your girls arrive at your doors with little experience but with recommendations from gentlemen known to them, and that I carry no such recommendation with me, and it is this that has prompted me to write again in the hope that you might allow me to recommend myself.
By Hannah Moore3 years ago in History
A Clockmaker's Tale
Once upon a time, in a small mountain town called Valdeluce, there was a man named John. He was a simple man with a kind heart and hardworking hands. Giovanni was the only watchmaker in the town, a trade he had inherited from his father, and he was highly respected by the community for his dedication and the skill with which he repaired clocks of all types and sizes.
By shykat tauhid3 years ago in History
The Stuff that Dreams Are Made of
There are two ways to profit from a gold rush. The suckers will head for the hills with their gold pans dreaming of wealth in the silt, grit, and muck of frigid streams. The thinking man will set up shop in the inevitable mining town. And sell supplies to the optimists full of piss and vinegar, too ignorant to know they are drawing to an inside straight. And thus it was when I opened for business as the sun rose on the line waiting at my store's door.
By Pitt Griffin3 years ago in History
A Voyage Through Time: My Alternate Occupation in Ancient Greece
If I had the extraordinary opportunity to be born in a different historical era, my heart yearns to explore the vast intellectual landscape and cultural riches of ancient Greece. The era of classical antiquity, with its philosophical enlightenment, artistic mastery, and democratic ideals, beckons me with its timeless allure. In this narrative, I embark on a captivating journey through time, envisioning myself as a respected philosopher, seeking wisdom, engaging in scholarly debates, and leaving a lasting impact on the intellectual legacy of ancient Greece.
By John Porfy3 years ago in History
The Eternal Flame
Part One: The Path Revealed If I lived in a different era, my calling would align with ancient wisdom and spirituality. In the mystical past, where the physical and spiritual merged, I would be a Zen monk. Seeking inner peace and enlightenment, my days would be filled with meditation, contemplation, and pursuit of transcendent truths.
By Ksenia Kozhenkova3 years ago in History
A Page in Romance.
"...Sir Ulrich of Stalzark; Sir ULRICH of STALZARK!" The rugged and whiskered Sir Ulrich glanced about as the sunlight cascaded off of his freshly polished knight's armor. The sudden sound of his name prompted the respected knight to reach for his freshly engraved longsword.
By Kent Brindley3 years ago in History
February 12th in the year of our Lord 1554
February 12th in the year of our Lord 1554 For a few days, I have not been able to sleep. My wife's hand squeezes my arm gently during the night to let me know she is struggling to come to terms with this day to come. As I climb from my bed, her eyes throw shafts of sympathy to me through the gloom. If not me – who? So, well before daybreak, I leave the house and make my slow and painful journey to the Tower.
By Michael Donald Ross3 years ago in History
My Life in the Georgian Era
What a day! I'm exhausted. If I look at one more number I will scream! After finally finishing the books of 5 clients my boss expects me to finish 6 more. I don't know if I have it in me. My brain is fried. I'm only working at 65%...70 on a good day. Sometimes I feel like this isn't my life. Sometimes I feel like I don't belong in this 'rat race'. All I do is wake up, go to work and come home exhausted and pass out only to wake up the next morning to do it all over again. I'm not living. I'm existing.
By Katherine Dockery3 years ago in History
Unveiling the Past: Exploring my Occupation 2000 Years Ago
Our imagination soars as we travel back in time, taking us to a period rich in history and storied customs. Imagine myself living on a planet that is two millennia in the past, where civilizations were flourishing, and life had a distinct personality. In this Article, I'll start an interesting investigation to find out what job I would have had 2,000 years ago.
By Joel Edward Gblee3 years ago in History
