Arthinkal Biographies and Essays

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the most famous and iconic paintings in history,  The Mona Lisa  by Leonardo da Vinci . If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artwork-mona-lisa-by-leonardo-da-vinci/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Book...

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the most famous and iconic historical artifacts ever discovered, the  Rosetta Stone. If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artifact-rosetta-stone/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Books on Amazon:   http...

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the greatest and most iconic sculptures and artworks in art history,  David  by Michelangelo . If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artwork-david-by-michelangelo/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Books...

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the greatest and most iconic artworks in art history,  Guernica  by Pablo Picasso . If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artwork-guernica-by-pablo-picasso/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Books on Amaz...

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the most famous and iconic historical artifacts ever discovered, the  Mask of Tutankhamun. If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artifact-mask-of-tutankhamun/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Books on Am...

In this episode, we shall discuss one of the greatest and most iconic artworks in art history, The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh . If you would like to read this article, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/iconic-artwork-the-starry-night-by-vincent-van-gogh/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substac...

This episode is about the Italian painter and architect Raphael . In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the artist who is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time. If you would like to read this biography, please visit my website through this link:  https://arthinkal.com/raphael-a-brief-biography-1483-1520/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in...

This episode is about Italian violinist Niccolò Paganini. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the violinist who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential violinists and composers of all time. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/on-niccolo-paganini-the-devils-violinist/ Subscribe to my n...

This episode is about American writer O. Henry. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the writer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential short story writers of all time. If you would like to read this biography, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/o-henry-a-brief-biography-1862-1910/ Subscribe to my newsletter to rece...

This episode is about French artillery officer Alfred Dreyfus. In this episode, you will learn about the life of Alfred Dreyfus and the infamous Dreyfus Affair that has gone on to define his life for eternity. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/on-the-tragic-life-of-alfred-dreyfus/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts...

This episode is about French writer Emile Zola. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the writer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential writers of French literature. If you would like to read this biography, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/emile-zola-a-brief-biography-1840-1902/ Subscribe to my newsletter to rece...

This episode is a brief essay on Norwegian painter Edvard Munch. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the artist who painted one of the most famous and iconic paintings in art history. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/on-edvard-munch-and-the-scream/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in you...

This episode is on the expulsion and exile of Indians from Uganda during the rule of Idi Amin from 1971 to 1979. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/on-the-exodus-of-indians-from-uganda/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arthinkal.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Books on Amazon:   ⁠...

This episode is a brief essay on the history of the refugee crisis in Venezuela. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/on-venezuelas-refugee-crisis/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arthinkal.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Books on Amazon:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/author/arthinkal...

This episode is a brief essay on the history of the refugee crisis in Turkey. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link:   https://arthinkal.com/on-turkeys-refugee-crisis/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arthinkal.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Books on Amazon:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This episode is about American writer John Steinbeck. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the writer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential writers of 20th-century American literature. If you would like to read this biography, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/john-steinbeck-a-brief-biography-1902-1968/ Subscribe t...

This episode is a brief essay on the class/caste system that existed in Tibetan society. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/the-class-system-of-tibet/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis:  https://arthinkal.substack.com/ Books on Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/author/arthinkal_

This episode is a brief essay on the concept of Untouchability in France. In this episode, you will learn about the meaning, origin, and history of the social evil of untouchability in France. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/the-cagots-of-france/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in your inbox on a weekly basis: h...

This episode is a brief essay on the concept of Untouchability in Korea. In this episode, you will learn about the meaning, origin, and history of the social evil of untouchability in Korea. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/on-the-curse-of-untouchability-the-baekjeong-of-korea/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in...

This episode is a brief essay on the concept of Untouchability in India. In this episode, you will learn about the meaning, origin, and history of the social evil of untouchability in India. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/on-the-curse-of-untouchability-the-dalits-of-india/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in you...

This episode is a brief essay on the French political philosopher Montesquieu, whose writings have influenced constitutions and political philosophies across the world, including the U.K. and the American colonies. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/on-the-influence-of-montesquieu/ Website: https://arthinkal.com/ Books on Amazon:...

This episode is a brief essay on the famous prehistoric monument Stonehenge. In this episode, you will learn about the monument that is often regarded as one of the greatest and most mysterious wonders of the world. If you would like to read this essay, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/on-the-mystery-of-stonehenge/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive all posts in...

This episode is about American writer and journalist Alex Haley. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the writer who is widely regarded as one of the most significant and influential American writers, who helped to raise public awareness of African-American history through his acclaimed novel,  Roots: The Saga of an American Family . If you would like to read this biography...

This episode is about American blues musician and singer-songwriter Robert Johnson. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the musician who is widely regarded as a master of the blues and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. If you would like to read this biography, please visit my website through this link: https://arthinkal.com/robert-johnson-a-brief-b...

This episode is about Lebanese-American poet, writer, and visual artist Kahlil Gibran. In this episode, you will learn about the life and legacy of the man who is best known for his bestselling book The Prophet and is often considered the single most important influence on Arabic poetry and literature during the first half of the 20th century. If you would like to read this biography, please visit...