Throughout history, ideas have played a central role in shaping the world that we know and live in today. From looking outward to find solace in the deities that human beings have worshiped for millennia, to explaining something as inexplicable as love, the key ideas and movements that emerged in the past are likely to continue to echo throughout the remainder of human history. Here's an interactive guide to the history of ideas:
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The Fascinating Lives of Medieval Jesters
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A Walk Through the Destroyed City of Berlin in July 1945
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Why Did Hitler Want to Destroy This New York Basement?
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24 Photos of Love & Kindness to Inspire Us All
These amazing photographs are just what you need to remind you about the most important things in life, kindness and love.
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48 Names For Things You Never Knew Had Any
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This collection of photos illustrates some surprises you've likely never seen before.
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All Coffee Drinkers Should Know These 17 Facts
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These Inventors Absolutely Hate Their Creations
These 7 inventions became world famous and even world changing... yet their inventors deeply regret them.
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Watch the Great City of Chicago as it Was in the 1930s...
A rare and vivid window into the daily life, fashion, and architecture of Chicago during a defining decade in American history.
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A New Year is the time for resolutions, a fresh start and general optimism. Share these sentiments with a loved one with one of our amazing greetings.
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Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Let your loved ones know that you're thinking of them this holiday season by sending one of these greetings.
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5 Terribly Disastrous First Contact Stories from History
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These eccentric monarchs throughout history have quite a story to tell...
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The true stories behind 12 popular misleading misnomers are explained here.
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20 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up
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Ancient Love Stories: The Most Iconic Historical Romances
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Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!
You're probably aware of these common sayings, but where did they originate from? Fascinating!
The 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface
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The owners built their chicken coops so extravagant, we got jealous of their lavish lifestyle!
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Thomas Edison’s Most Inspiring Words of Wisdom
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What Are the Odds?! - 20 Creepy Historical Coincidences
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You Won't Believe What This Man Built By Himself!
You won't believe what construction project got this man to work alone and complete the craziest underground cabin. Come and check it out...
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You might be surprised by what our ancestors considered essential gadgets.
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16 Delightful Hidden Details Found in Everyday Objects
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