Allan Rohan Crite, a self-described artist-reporter, chronicled the seemingly insignificant moments of daily life in his Boston community throughout the 1930s and early 1940s.
Tiny Histories is a fond, fun and informative look at the seemingly insignificant coincidences, decisions and tiny moments that triggered major events and changed the course of British history. It might be difficult to believe when watching the news but the world we live in is often shaped not by the whim of governments and the decisions of world leaders but by tiny, apparently trivial events. In many cases, they can have enormous repercussions that mould both the society we live in today and the people we are. From the innocent wrong turn by a chauffeur driving Archduke Ferdinand in June 1914 that led to World War I, to the Saxon leader, Byrhtnoth's act of chivalry in 991 that paved the way for British comedy as we know it today, this brilliant new addition to Dixe Will's bestselling books Tiny Churches, Tiny Islands and Tiny Stations looks behind the scenes of wars, politics, the arts, food, science, and even health and safety. Perfect for history buffs and pub-quiz fans, this brilliant book also serves to make us all more aware that in an age of so many dramatic changes, challenges and unknowns, it is not always what makes the headlines that shapes the future for generations to come.
On April 12, 1864, a small Union force occupying Fort Pillow, Tennessee, a fortress located on the Mississippi River just north of Memphis, was overwhelmed by a larger Confederate force under the command of Nathan Bedford Forrest. While the battle was insignificant from a strategic standpoint, the indiscriminate massacre of Union soldiers, particularly African-American soldiers, made the Fort Pillow Massacre one of the most gruesome slaughters of the American Civil War, rivaling other instances of Civil War brutality. The Fort Pillow Massacre outlines the events of the massacre while placing them within the racial and social context of the Civil War. Bruce Tap combines a succinct history with a selection of primary documents, including government reports, eyewitness testimony, and newspaper articles, to introduce the topic to undergraduates.
Major historical events are always analyzed under a magnifying glass. People ponder why they ended as they did and if anything should have been done differently. If you look close enough, you will see that even the most impactful moments in history were changed or, at least, influenced by tiny, seemingly insignificant events. Of course, we cannot know for certain that the outcomes would have been different if these small incidents did not occur, but their effect seems substantial enough to make us wonder, “What if?” 10. A Booty Call Ends Scotland’s Golden Age King Alexander III is regarded as
French women were urged to walk out of work at 16:37 local time to highlight the gender pay gap.
Somehow I don’t find it surprising that there actually once was something called “The League Against Indecent Bathing”. Neither do I find it particularly surprising that this ridiculous band of nar…
I might no longer exist here at this moment this moment might no longer exist for me Violeta is driving along a lonely stretch of late-night motorway, caught in a tumultuous storm. When her tired eyes close for just a second, her car veers off the road, overturns, and comes to rest on an empty stretch of sodden ground. And as she lies amid the wreckage, suspended between this world and the next, Violeta's troubled life will quite literally flash before her eyes . . . Violeta Among the Stars weaves memories and feelings as Violeta reflects on her death and her life, the piercing highs and the seedy lows. An astonishing portrait of a seemingly insignificant life from one of Portugal's greatest living writers. "An extraordinary piece of writing on the life of an ordinary woman" Litro "Absolutely compelling . . . this novel is truly unforgettable" Irish Independent Translated from the Portuguese by Angel Gurria-Quintana Angel Gurria-Quintana is a historian, journalist and literary translator from Spanish and Portuguese. He writes regularly for the books pages of the Financial Times, and his translations include the anthology Other Carnivals: Short Stories from Brazil and The Return, by Dulce Maria Cardoso. With the support of the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union
Rock’n’roll is on its way out as the calypso is winning new friends around the world. Radio Luxembourg is playing hours of calypso every night, tune in and listen to the catching rhythm…
These images are from the July, 1925 issue of the long-defunct magazine “Science and Invention”, which was edited by Hugo Gernsback, who later became famous as a pioneer in the field of science fic…
Article from “Mechanix Illustrated” - Nov 1939. Found at Modernmechanics.com With scores of beauteous contenders entered in the contest conducted to select the official Miss California during…
Frankfurter Queen of 1952.
And all for the price of 5 cent. And open for women as well. The two up there looks suspiciously like a mother and daughter and it is nice to see responsible parents letting their children in on th…
I know that Hollywood kisses aren’t supposed to be real kisses, just playing for the gallery, but the rest of the people in the studio must have had a hard time keeping from laughing out loud when …
They won 150.000 £ in the football pools. Keith Nicholson was a coal miner and made 25 £ a week and his wife Vivian made 10 working in a factory. They had three children and lived in Yorkshire. It …
July 21, 1951: The Althoff Circus organized a publicity stunt by putting a baby elephant on the floating train at Alter Markt station. As the elephant started to bump around during the ride, she wa…
In a day an age when traffic gets more and more dense in the morning rush, this might be a solution for those among us who have available waterways to bring them to work. Preferably shallow waters …
Tobacco Smoke Enema (1750s – 1810s) The tobacco enema was used to infuse tobacco smoke into a patient’s rectum for various medical purposes, primarily the resuscitation of drowning victims. A…
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A wonderful healer states: “Here is health through the magic power of fine gentle massage”. Oh yes, here we have a nasty individual who found a particularly sneaky way to fondle the private parts o…
The Blériot 125 (or Bl-125) was a highly unusual French airliner of the early 1930s. Displayed at the 1930 Salon de l’Aéronautique in Paris, it featured accommodation for twelve passengers in…
Ever wonder what your purpose in life is? Why you incarnated in this place, in this moment? This is the reading for you! It is no coincidence that you are here now, and no matter how insignificant you may think you are, there is something you came here to do. By accessing your Akashic Records, I will pass this information onto you, and you will have clarity like never before. No questions required. WHAT ARE THE AKASHIC RECORDS? The Akashic Records are often described as an energetic library which holds the history of every soul, such as past lives, a soul's origin, and any other information pertaining to that specific being. Your record is exclusive to you and can only be accessed with your consent through meditation and prayer. The information provided is not my own divination but rather directly sourced from your Masters, Teachers, Loved Ones, and any other higher beings that watch over your soul. NOTE: The nature of the reading will depend on the structure of each individual record. Some may involve visual imagery while others rely on energy and emotion to convey a specific message. My personal style is often concise and focused on key words and phrases rather than symbols of any kind, which will also affect the final outcome of the reading. Rest assured, the guidance will come to you in a way you can understand and connect with. The records will not give you any information you are not yet prepared to hear. "SHIPPING" + DELIVERY Your reading will be delivered via Etsy Messages. Due to the spiritual focus required to access the Akashic Records it is not something that I can offer in the same hour/day. I will do my best to send you your reading as soon as possible but I ask for your patience as I prioritize being in the right state of mind while performing a reading over speedy delivery. Expect delivery any time within the week (max. 7 days), keeping in mind I am a full-time student with extraneous responsibilities. DISCLAIMERS + ETHICS Due to Etsy policy I am required to state that readings are purely for entertainment purposes and should not substitute professional medical/psychological aid. I cannot offer advice on legal, medical, or financial issues. In accordance with my personal moral code I will not be offering readings/answering questions related to soulmate/twin flame predictions (i.e. who will be my soulmate, who will I marry, etc.), spying on or harming others in any way, or pregnancy/fertility. For any future/fortune telling related questions, I emphasize that we are in control of manifesting our own reality, so if you are upset about any answers received or inaccurate predictions, you have the power to change your outcome. The records simply tell you the path you're headed on. Nothing is set in stone. Lecturas disponibles en español.
“The hippopotamus at the Zoological Gardens, Regent’s Park” , ca. 1852 This hippopotamus named “Obaysch” was obtained from the Ottoman Viceroy of Egypt in 1849, in exchange for English greyhounds a…
The world is a pretty big place, but when you compare it to the rest of the universe you realise just how insignificant you are. ... Continue Reading »
“Talent is insignificant. I know a lot of talented ruins. Beyond talent lie all the usual words: discipline, love, luck, but most of all, endurance.”
In the grand cosmic tapestry that is the universe, every thread has significance and no connection is accidental. Our love story, I believe, was written in the stars long before we were even aware of each other's existence. It was a tale of two souls destined to unite, orchestrated by the magical dance of serendipity. The universe, with its infinite wisdom, carefully nudged us onto the same path by subtly aligning our lives in the most unexpected ways. Every random encounter, every shared smile, every seemingly insignificant moment was a part of the grand design. It was a stepping stone in our journey towards each other. We were like two celestial bodies, drawn together by an invisible force, our orbits destined to intersect. Even when we were miles apart, unknowingly, we were moving closer, drawn by the magnetic pull of a love that was always meant to be. This is the magic of our love story, a testament to the incredible power of the universe and the beautiful serendipity it weaves. It was always One Love, our paths intertwined by destiny, our hearts beating in unison to the rhythm of the cosmos. Artist Statement: Love Story - "One Love" represents the union of two separate paintings (Love Story I and II) in one complete diptych artwork titled "One Love". It is an ode to how the universe and the magic of serendipity play a role in pushing two people together on to the same path of a Love-story that was always destined to happen whether they knew it or not. Limited edition. Ships signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity. Available as a giclee on paper (24x48 inches - edition size of 500pcs) or a giclee on canvas (24x48 inches - edition size of 20pcs).
I came across the fantastic photograph below and knew there had to be more preserved sassy moments out there, so I went looking, which resulted in this little post dedicated to preserved moments of historical sass! Submitted by Lisa Warninger to The Sartorialist: 'The sassy woman in the saddl
