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Laken Bonatch

United States

Laken has a BA in History and Classics from Bryn Mawr College and is currently pursuing an MA in History and MS in Library Science with a concentration on Archives Management from Simmons University. She focuses on ancient and medieval history. Her areas of study include mythology, Greek theater, religious studies, and memory studies.

Education:Simmons UniversityMA History and a MS in Library Science (in progress)Bryn Mawr College, 2023BA History and Classical StudiesExpertise:
Ancient History
mythology
Greek theater
religious studies
memory studies
Member since: Aug 18, 2023Location: United StatesPublished posts: 8

Articles by Laken Bonatch

Aristophanes: Get to Know the Master of Ancient Greek Comedy
Aristophanes: Get to Know the Master of Ancient Greek Comedy

Most of our knowledge of Ancient Greek comedy comes from the works of Aristophanes, a playwright famous during and after his lifetime for his quick wit, bold writing, and innovation.

Theseus: Get to Know the Mythical King of Athens
Theseus: Get to Know the Mythical King of Athens

Theseus was a prominent hero of Greek mythology who was particularly important in the lore of the ancient city of Athens.

Ancient Greece and Persia: Foes, Friends, or Both?
Ancient Greece and Persia: Foes, Friends, or Both?

The Ancient Greek city-states and the Persian Empire had a complicated relationship that extended beyond the Greco-Persian Wars.

An Overview of Ancient Greek Theater: A Glimpse into the Past
An Overview of Ancient Greek Theater: A Glimpse into the Past

From Shakespeare to Broadway, modern theatrical performances owe much of their success to the innovation of Ancient Greek drama.

What Was Pope Innocent III’s Role in the Medieval Crusades?
What Was Pope Innocent III’s Role in the Medieval Crusades?

Pope Innocent III was deeply involved in the development of three medieval crusades in his lifetime, greatly shaping the narratives around crusading throughout the medieval world.