The period between 1919 and 1933 is known as Prohibition or The Noble Experiment in the US. It was during this period that alcohol was banned completely. The federal government banned selling, producing and transporting alcohol in any form. The long history of prohibition in America is quite an interesting one, owing to its inherent ups and downs. The prohibition movement was gaining ground in the United States for quite some time prior to the embargo. It essentially began during the 1840s when numerous religious organizations started championing this cause. During the course of events the focus broadened from...

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For almost ten thousand years cats have been the most popular pet on Earth. They were domesticated for companionship and to hunt small household vermin. Cat’s natural hunting abilities are instinctual and most house-cats are able to feed themselves if left no other choice. Owners of these pets grow to love their animals because of their warm and loving nature. Finding new information about cats is always exciting as it gives us a new understanding of our feline friends. All felines have whiskers. These long and sensitive hairs growing from their face are one of the most basic ways...

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If you have an interest in learning about classical mythology, a good place to start would be with the six Greek goddesses that ruled from atop Mt. Olympus. In ancient Greek mythology, the goddesses were in control of fertility, love, and nature. As with their male counterparts, they were thought to possess an immense wisdom, though were also believed to be prone to making rash decisions. Hera was known as both the sister and wife of the god Zeus, and was born to Rhea and Cronus. Hera was associated with marriage, childbirth, and femininity. There are many tales in...

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Mayan mythology is a subject that is fascinating and curious. The widespread beliefs of the ancient Maya people are still known today; in fact many people that have an interest in the hype that surrounds the year 2012 will have some knowledge of this fascinating culture. Unfortunately, only three original Maya texts have survived intact to the present day. The Spanish conquistadors destroyed a huge amount of ancient work when they rampaged across the continent in search of gold and other riches. Because of this knowledge relating to Mayan culture is limited. The three texts that survived the looting...

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The ancient Maya people had a diverse pantheon of deities that were worshiped and often offered human blood. The rulers of the Maya believed that they were the direct descendants of Mayan gods and that blood was the ultimate sacrifice. The Maya’s vision of the cosmos is one that is split into various levels, both above and below the earth. Upon death they believed that the soul would be transported to the underworld (Xibalba), a place of turmoil and fright were gods tested and punished unfortunate visitors. One of the most important gods worshiped by the Mayan people was...

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