ancient Rome
“Exceptional” discovery of ancient bronzes in Italy
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An extraordinary find of 24 bronzes in the Italian town of San Casciano dei Bagni, Tuscany, promises to rewrite history.
Paganism
The lost pyramid of Italy
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TWH explores the lost and rediscovered Etruscan “pyramid” in Bomarzo, Italy and examines its significance.
Culture
Marmots in the snow: Imbolc morning in Pennsylvania
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The Wild Hunt explores the ancient tradition of animal augury and omen reading – from ancient Rome to current day Punxsutawney, PA – along with the rituals observed to ensure a proper reading.
Paganism
Uncovering the Past: Land Bridge Theory, Magical Shoe, Curses, Mayan Codex and more!
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As some Pagans and Heathens attempt to revive ancient or indigenous religions they often rely on the work of historians, primary texts and archaeologists. For this reason, when something new pops up that challenges long held academic ideas on cultural or religious practice, we pay attention. Here are some of the new(er) finds making waves in archaeological circles. The Land Bridge Theory Collapses
Humans first came to the Americas by crossing from Russia into Alaska using the Bering land bridge. Or did they?