Far-left party Syriza’s victory in the recent electionhas heralded a new age of politics in Greece. It signals another enormous shift in the political landscape of the country. It signals the end of the customary, pragmatic, rational status-quo in existence since the transition to democracy in the 1970’s. But despite Syriza’sradical, far-left agenda, this isn’t Continue Reading
Seppuku- a Suicidal Honour, by Zoey Strzelecki
Seppuku was part of the honour code of Japanese samurai and could be performed for several reasons. Literally meaning, “stomach cutting”, samurai would sacrifice their own lives by method of disembowelment. Performed by the shorter of the two swords samurai carried, the wakizashi could be used to cut open the abdomen, and then upwards toward Continue Reading
Interview with Daniel Szechi
“I don’t actually know why you would want to interview me” Professor Szechi remarked, turning from his computer screen filled with the labour of hours of marking. Between us lay a table with a large bowl of oranges, “I suspect it’s because you are running out of people to interview” he said with a twinkle Continue Reading
HISTORY BALL
History have joined with Classics & Ancient History for an end of year ball! Venue: The Place Hotel, Ducie Street Date: Friday 8th May 7:30pm-1:00am Price: £35 Includes: Welcome drink on arrival Live band Three course meal and wine Photographer and DJ To buy a ticket you will need to Continue Reading
Review: Whitworth Art Gallery
Love is in the air since the Whitworth art gallery has returned, with a breath of fresh air and aflood of light to illuminate the senses and inspire.After a yearlong £15 million revamp the Whitworth has welcomed thousands of visitors, and hopefully will continue to attract the masses with its stylish yet subtle make Continue Reading