The Legendary Afterlife of Alexander the Great
Many of us are familiar with Alexander's historical exploits, but few have heard of his legend. As an intrepid adventurer, moralistic journeyman, and messenger of god.
Alexander Meddings
Alexander Meddings is a professional writer and content consultant. After graduating in ancient history from the universities of Exeter and Oxford, he moved to Italy to pursue his passion at the source. He now lives in Rome, where he works as a writer and guide.
A Tall Order – The Bizarre Story of the Potsdam Giants
Dark and handsome, we don’t know, but King Frederick William I certainly liked his men tall. He was a sucker for uniform too, once confessing that “the most beautiful girl or woman in the world would be a matter of…
Who Was Bloody Mary? The Face Behind the Legend
Who exactly do scare-seekers expect to come face-to-face with when they summon the spirit of Bloody Mary? Read on to find out!
London’s Hidden History
With over 2,000 years of continuous settlement, London is bursting with history. Beneath the very streets you walk, and within the walls of the buildings that line them, are countless stories of the city's dark and violent past. You have just to scratch beneath the surface to find them.
The Truth Behind Caligula’s Nemi Ships
Caligula’s Nemi Ships may have been destroyed by fire in 1944. But they live on conceptually as vessels for the emperor’s debauchery and excess. According to the ancient sources, when Caligula wasn’t busy indulging his scandalous sex life and shagging…
Ancient Jobs from Hell
Read on for a list of ancient jobs that make being a call-centre worker (sorry), a corporate lawyer (sorry again) or a White House Press Officer (actually not sorry here) seem like a walk in the park.
Bologna for Foodies
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you read the word Bologna? If you’re anything like me, I imagine it’s a certain world-famous culinary creation, ragù alla bolognese, which we tend to serve with spaghetti. Every Italian city,…
Fry Me to the Moon: A Budget Guide to Italian Fried Food
Home About Contact Services SEO Copywriting Social Media Translations WordPress Design History Blog Ancient History Modern History Early Modern History Medieval History Travel Blog For Curious Minds Fry me to the Moon: A Budget Guide to Italian Fried Food By…
How to Visit Puglia on a Budget
How to Visit Puglia on a Budget By Alexander Meddings Stretching along the side of Southern Italy’s heel, the coastal region of Puglia is an unspoilt gem of beautiful beaches, little known cities, and architectural wonders. It doesn’t have the…
How to Survive a Long-Distance Relationship
Now and then in today’s interconnected world, it happens that the person you love fucks off to another country. This leaves you in a bit of a tricky predicament. Either you continue to be together (although not technically together), or…
