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How an Ancient Plant Became the World’s First Birth Control and Rome’s Love Potion. Then Went Extinct Because of It
In his Natural History, Pliny cites Theophrastus, an ancient Greek writer widely regarded as the father of botany, claiming that the plant was first discovered after a “black rain” showered ...
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How Ancient Greek Physicians Described and Treated Diabetes
Ancient Greek physicians like Aretaeus and Hippocrates described and treated diabetes-like symptoms thousands of years ago.
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Archimedes’ Screw: The Ancient Greek Water-Raising Invention Still Used Today
The Archimedes screw, an ancient Greek invention for lifting water. Learn about its origins, how it works, and its modern ...