Europe
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Black Forest Clocks
Black Forest Clocks are some of the most popular clocks in the world. This post looks at the history of the clocks and how they've evolved over the centuries. #TBIN
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The Influence of Art on History, Part 4: Conclusion
For centuries, people have used art to convey power and authority as well as persuade thinking. This post in a 4-part series ties together the works discussed in the three previous posts and illustrates the power behind art and changing the world. #TBIN
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The Influence of Art on History, Part 3: Oliver Twist
For centuries, people have used art to convey power and authority as well as persuade thinking. This post in a 4-part series examines how Charles Dickens was able to use his life experience and literary talent to bring about change in the British laws governing treatment of the poor. #TBIN
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The Influence of Art on History, Part 1: Versailles
For centuries, people have used art to convey power and authority as well as persuade thinking. This 4-part series examines King Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles; Paul Revere’s engraving, The Bloody Massacre; and Charles Dickens’ novel, Oliver Twist. #TBIN
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Visiting Bath
Bath was designated by UNESCO in 1987 and is the only city in the UK to be declared a World Heritage site. Once a Roman spa town called Aquae Sullis, the Romans built baths and a temple on the surrounding hills, turning Bath into the elegant retreat it still is today. Located about an hour and a half from London, Bath has a variety of fascinating sites that span early Roman times to late Georgian. The juxtaposition of such different styles of architecture nestled in a valley surrounded by rolling green hills really makes Bath unique. Walking the streets of Bath is like taking a step back in time to the…
