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Why Do You Hate Ancient Romans So Much? (And Other Frequently Asked Questions)

by Stephanie Dray | Feb 23, 2012 | FAQ

A few years ago, I was enraptured by the life story of a nine year old Egyptian princess who was taken prisoner by the Romans, dragged through the streets in chains, and yet went on to be the most powerful queen in Augustus’ empire. I decided to write some books about...
Dining With A Castillian Knight: Recipes from 15th Century Spain

Dining With A Castillian Knight: Recipes from 15th Century Spain

by Stephanie Dray | Dec 9, 2011 | Food, Fun Stuff

Readers, none of the historical recipes I’ve featured in this series has made me as hungry as this one. Adelaida L de Lower presents a feast that would make such a lovely holiday meal I’m now considering readjusting my holiday menu. You should too! I defy...
So-Called Barbaric Nomads & Troublemakers on the Edge of the Roman Empire

So-Called Barbaric Nomads & Troublemakers on the Edge of the Roman Empire

by Stephanie Dray | Nov 19, 2011 | Miscellany, My Works, Song of the Nile

To the ancient Romans, just about everyone was a barbarian. (Except the Greeks, who gave them the word in the first place, not to mention an inferiority complex to go with it.) Whether it was Blue Picts of Scotland or Gallic and Germanic hordes, the Romans generally...
Music in Antiquity: The Real Songs of the Nile

Music in Antiquity: The Real Songs of the Nile

by Stephanie Dray | Nov 8, 2011 | Fun Stuff, Miscellany

When writing SONG OF THE NILE, I spent some time wondering just what that song might sound like. Today we take it for granted that our favorite song can be recorded. We don’t have to hire the band to come to our house; we can just play it on our mp3 players. But while...
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