Let’s Experience Europe’s Diversity
Welcome to my website! This blog explores a mix of topics from the fields of sociology, technology, art and culture, as well as security and solidarity. As Jana Puglerin suggests in her book ‘Wer verteidigt Europa [who defends Europe?]’: The question now is, what can Europe do?
My approach is that we should all get to know one another better and that, within Europe, we should become aware of past conflicts and live together in mutual respect, partly to overcome the traumas of the past and thus ensure a better coexistence in the future. What is important now is that we recognise the potential in one another. We need a strong Europe that sets an example for peace, human rights and democracy. A Europe that shows we can meet as equals, even if we have fought tooth and nail in the past.
“Γνῶθι σεαυτόν“/‘Know thyself’ – this quote from the ancient Oracle of Delphi should guide us in this endeavour. I run this blog myself, but I’ve decided to feature guest articles in future. Fancy contributing one? Drop me a line!
Context Europe Articles
- Critique on ‘Diplomacy, Democracy, Security-Two Centuries in Contrast’ by H.R. Rudin
Rudin Harry R., ‘Diplomacy, Democracy, Security: Two Centuries in Contrast‘, Political Science Quarterly, 71/ 2, (June, 1956) pp. 161-181. Here are my thoughts on the selected text: Harry Rudin writes about political, economic and sociological shifts in the European society and… Read more: Critique on ‘Diplomacy, Democracy, Security-Two Centuries in Contrast’ by H.R. Rudin - History of Art – as it’s taught in Europe
I am passionate about European Art History and have studied it continuously. During the process, it is enlightening to discover that in other countries, art history might be taught in different places, emphasising different aspects. For example, when I went… Read more: History of Art – as it’s taught in Europe - Know Thyself, Europe!
This is my first blog post, and I’m excited to share my insights with an interested audience. If you’ve landed on this page, you’re likely eager to learn about Europe. In this article, I will provide a brief overview of… Read more: Know Thyself, Europe! - May I introduce myself?
Or better: May I introduce you to my family tree? We are living in a rush. Sometimes I have overlooked the importance of things that cannot be purchased with money. Namely: history and heritage. But now I believe that understanding… Read more: May I introduce myself?
Book reviews
Do you want to improve your literacy on Europe?
To better read Europe, check out my recommendations in the ‘books’ section on the main menu!
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Εξήντα χρόνια τρύγος…
Sixty years of vintage… Often reduced to ancient history, modern Greece also…
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Three East German Women Get Drunk and Found the Ideal State
The fact that this book was written collectively, namely by three people,…
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The Secret Lives of Colour
Among European editors, the British definitely mastered the art of book editing…
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The Music of My Life
This book was written by Egon Seefehlner (born 1912 in Vienna), who…
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Pasqual Maragall i l’Europa Próxima
Three academic researchers write about the heritage of the person who has…
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You might have seen pictures from places in Europe: Paris, Rome, Athens, Warshaw, Stockholm…so many cities!
But there is more to Europe than iconic urban places. Think of the rolling vineyards of the Palatinate or Penedès, the rugged cliffs of Alpine lakes, or the serene wideness of Fryslân. These landscapes are the true inspiring places, as they are sources of tales, behaviour, traditions, and culture…click here to learn more
In this section, I share a personal selection of artworks that resonate with me and which have crossed my path whilst living in different places and travelling throughout Europe…read more
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