Skulls, hallucinations, and temples (This isn't Raiders of the Lost Ark): Links for January 23

New evidence suggests that the remains of executed persons were not treated very well. Dogs gnawed on skulls; burial was not important.
An interesting look at Romans’ perceptions of hallucinations. A brief interview between Alice Robb and William Harris.
Observations of Pompeii’s temples show an alignment with the stars and the religious syncretism of the time.
Recent flooding has exposed new sections of ancient Baiae, the decadent resort town.

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Links for the Week of 26 August 2012

A new fragment of Augustus’s Res Gestae (Mary Beard, A Don’s Life) “REUNITED POMPEII COUPLE FINDS PERMANENT HOME” (via @Caecilius) Pliny the Elder livetweets the

CANE Summer Institute

Today’s post about the CANE Summer Institute is by Caitie McGee.   As the school year winds down, every teacher looks forward to the summer.

Incredible, Edible Exhibits!

Who doesn’t like something to eat during class? Susan Zoller had students research and make edible projects. She says: We have eaten them in class!