A Short History of the World, by H.G. Wells, Part 7

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On the Origin of Species by Natural Selection, by Charles Darwin, Part 7

Let's relax with more from this foundational classic, just in time for Darwin Day. This time, how one species begets more and more variety over thousands of generations, the role of extinction, and why "the tree of life" is a lovely symbol indeed. It's science! Help us stay ad-fr ...  Show more

The Ten Books on Architecture, by Vitruvius, Part 2

Let's relax into a more orderly world with this classic of urban planning. This time, the best designs for structural walls, balancing the bodily elements, and placing temples. Also, we name the winds and create a compass to align our streets for greatest health. Governance carin ...  Show more

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