The origins of writing aren’t set in stone. The ancient cave peoples weren’t as illiterate as portrayed in popular media.

The Boston Public Library houses an extraordinary collection of rare and historic documents, including treasured copies of the Declaration of Independence. Central to this collection are several July ...

While it's difficult to get a 100% accurate picture of history, it has left thousands of traces. Some, like the Acropolis in Athens or Machu Picchu, are still in relatively good condition, despite the ...

The holiday season is filled with traditions, symbols and rituals that reflect centuries of history and cultural diversity. This glossary explores the origins and meanings behind some of the familiar ...

Punctuation, as we recognize it, has been around for more than two thousand years. For most of this time the symbols that separate and clarify our letters were hazy in form and meaning, and evolved ...