Greg Pasciuto

The Mexican Inquisition dealt with thousands of cases during the Spanish colonial era. The following examples show how varied Inquisition trials in Mexico could be.

Lu Xun is one of the most famous authors in modern Chinese literature. He lived during a time of chaotic social transformation.

France is one of the three largest wine-producing countries on Earth. The southwestern Bordeaux wine region offers unique Bordeaux wines and a rich history.

The Chinese world order outlined exactly how an emperor obtained the right to rule. He had to possess the Mandate of Heaven.

The town of Lalibela rests in the highlands of Ethiopia. Eleven extraordinary churches mark important pilgrimage sites for the Christian faithful.

Officially, the Kingdom of Kongo became the first Catholic state in Africa. But how closely did its people follow the religion?

Mexican casta paintings seem to imply a rigid colonial hierarchy based on race. But what was the truth of the situation?

Mexican art during the colonial period crossed cultures and captured the minds of millions. Its themes and formats were varied and extraordinary.