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  1. 1. Traces of Iron Age activities at Kullen - A New Synthesis

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Arkeologi

    Author : Karolina Jacobsen; [2023]
    Keywords : iron age; Scania; kullaberg; kullen; social structures; GIS; spatial analysis; assemblage theory; affordance theory; entanglement theory; power; resources; older remains; social roles; sites; functions; landscape archaeology; social; culture; activities; cultural landscapes; historical legacies; History and Archaeology;

    Abstract : Kullen has had a huge gap in knowledge about the Iron Age period. This thesis offers a new synthesis to close this gap in knowledge of the Iron Age period in the region. The aim of this study was to gain more knowledge about the Iron Age and the activities during this period in the areas. READ MORE

  3. 2. Woven from Hundreds of Flowers : Religion, Conflict, and Collective Memory in Nepal as Seen Through Deepak Rauniyar’s Film White Sun

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    Author : Zara Luna Hjelm; [2023]
    Keywords : Nepal; Nepali Civil War; Religion; Gender; Film; Film Theory;

    Abstract : This thesis examines how religious traditions, collective memory, and conflict are represented in the Nepali film White Sun (2016), which was co-written and directed by Deepak Rauniyar. The film focuses on an anti-regime partisan who returns home to the rural areas of Nepal to bury his father. READ MORE

  4. 3. “When you see me, weep” : The archaeology of the hunger stones of Europe.

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Arkeologi

    Author : Ivan Odbratt; [2023]
    Keywords : Hunger stones; Climate change; Memory; Archaeology;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the phenomenon of hunger stones and their resurgence due to climate change-induced droughts, shedding light on their evolving societal significance. The initial focus lies on understanding the origins of the term and exploring how humanity has historically adapted to and remembered climatic transformations. READ MORE

  5. 4. "Unbroken Darkness” : Christian Missionary Conceptions of Blindness in Early 20th Century Korea

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Avdelningen för koreanska

    Author : Tintin Appelgren; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis aims to explore Christian missionary conceptions of blindness in early 20thcentury Korea. This period of history is characterized by drastic changes to Koreansociety due to an increase in external influences on the peninsula, changes which alsoaffected the social position and perception of blind people. READ MORE

  6. 5. Reception of Antiquity in18th century Opera : A Study of Divine Elements in the Story of Alcestis

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för arkeologi och antik historia

    Author : Filip Swital; [2023]
    Keywords : 5th century B.C. Athenian theatre; 18th century opera; divinity; enlightenment; reformed opera; Atensk teater under 400-taket f.Kr.; 1700-talsopera; upplysningstid; reformerad opera;

    Abstract : The story of Alcestis is an interesting case of divine agency pervading the narrative and the characters in the play. It intimately concerns the mortal players, who, though largely powerless in the struggle, are central to the story. READ MORE