The Female Thor and the Female Comic-Book Reader
Source: The Atlantic
Comic book superheroes are evolving to reflect a more diverse audience. One famous character is being reintroduced a woman.
Arts & Entertainment
Frankenstein: Penetrating the Secrets of Nature
Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine
This site offers a wide variety of information related to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Starting with “The Birth of Frankenstein,” use the table of contents on the left side of the page to browse topics ranging from historical and scientific background information to the story’s modern influences on film, culture, and research.
Pablo Neruda
Source: Biography
Pablo Neruda wrote poems about nature, but he his also famous for his poems about love, as well as many other subjects. Read this biography about the renowned poet’s career.
Revising Himself: Walt Whitman and Leaves of Grass
Source: Library of Congress
This companion website to a 2005 Library of Congress exhibit provides glimpses of the items that were displayed as well as background information on Whitman’s life, career, and legacy. Take a look at the “Leaves of Grass” section to learn more about the history surrounding one of America’s most influential books of poetry.
Movie Monsters, Monster Movies And Why ‘Godzilla’ Endures
Source: NPR
There’s no question about the appeal of a good monster movie. But what is it about certain movie monsters that makes them such enduring stars? Listen to this story about Godzilla to learn more about one of cinema’s most legendary monsters.
Maya Angelou’s Great Legacy
Source: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
After the recent passing of Maya Angelou, the media was flooded with tributes, personal stories, and other works meant to honor her and her legacy. This tribute comes from Clarence G. Newsome, President of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.
7 Movies You Didn’t Know Were Based on Shakespeare’s Plays
Source: PARADE
Shakespeare’s work has influenced countless interpretations on big screen. Take a look at these films based on Shakespearean plays—are you surprised?
A long-hidden mural is revealed, along with a piece of UCLA history
Source: Los Angeles Times
In the 1960s, a group of students at UCLA painted a mural depicting famous African Americans and celebrating the civil rights movement. That mural was recently unveiled after being hidden for many years.
Beowulf—an epic game for the whole family
Source: The Washington Post
The game company that created a board game based on Moby Dick is now hoping to manufacture a new game based on Beowulf. Read this blog entry and decide if you would like to play.
Aaahh! The world’s scariest roller coasters
Source: NBC News
Do you enjoy the feeling of being frightened? If you do, then you may be a fan of roller coasters. Learn about some of the scariest roller coasters in the world, and watch videos of what the rides are like.