Middle East & North Africa (MENA) by Hope Grigsby
Meet Qahera, a new artistic movement intent on challenging perceptions regarding gender, the hija... more Meet Qahera, a new artistic movement intent on challenging perceptions regarding gender, the hijab, Islam, women, and confronting issues such as the increasingly restrictive patriarchal norms, rising misogyny, and sexual harassment. This hijabi superheroine is currently becoming an increasingly popular figure in contemporary Egypt.
A Hidden Crisis: Early Marriage in Afghan Society, Dec 2013
Sayyid Qutb's Penned War for Islamic Society, Dec 2013
Darfur by Hope Grigsby
Native American & American History by Hope Grigsby
Philosphy by Hope Grigsby
Through the lens of the human condition Plato and Aristotle explore how the myriad forms of polit... more Through the lens of the human condition Plato and Aristotle explore how the myriad forms of political structure shape an individual and their society, analyzing individual self-interest versus the common good, what should be regarded as beautiful and where to find pleasure. A continuous theme found throughout the writings of Plato and Aristotle is that every action matters, no matter how small.
China, just the mention of its name, evokes strong images setting our imaginations swirling. In o... more China, just the mention of its name, evokes strong images setting our imaginations swirling. In our mind's eye, we can instantly summon images of the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, pagodas, temples, and dragons. This 5,000 year old civilization entices our aesthetic senses as strongly today as when these architectural wonders were erected. The rich heritage of Chinese architecture demonstrates how symbolism in cultural icons can be influenced by geography, social, political, historical, and even sacred canons.
European History by Hope Grigsby
The early Middle Ages in western Europe were a time characterized by insecurity and disorder. Wit... more The early Middle Ages in western Europe were a time characterized by insecurity and disorder. With Charlemagne's empire disintegrating, no one single institution remained to provide protection from invasions by barbarians and highwaymen. In the absence of law and order, society found itself threatened. Russell Kirk once said, "Any good society is endowed with order and justice and freedom. Of these….order has primacy" (Thompson, and Hicks p146).
Archaeology by Hope Grigsby
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Middle East & North Africa (MENA) by Hope Grigsby
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Native American & American History by Hope Grigsby
Philosphy by Hope Grigsby
European History by Hope Grigsby
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