Society & Culture
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http://hal.com/~landman/Hypatia
A site dedicated to Hypatia, the ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher of Alexandria, likely featuring biographical and historical content about this notable historical figure. The frames-based structure suggests a multi-section layout typical of late 1990s web design, making it a period artifact in its own right.
http://muslimphilosophy.com/pd
A comprehensive dictionary of Islamic philosophical terms compiled by Muhammad Hozien, covering the terminology developed by Muslim philosophers in Arabic as well as concepts borrowed and translated from Greek philosophical works. Organized by Arabic alphabet, it includes Arabized names of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine scholars and corrects historical misattributions, making it an invaluable reference for readers of classical Muslim philosophical texts.
https://bun-e.fyi/
Jae's personal site documents their hormone replacement therapy (HRT) journey, sharing lab data, charts, and background health context including thrombophilia and DVT history. The site offers a transparent, data-driven look at estrogen levels over time, with a strong disclaimer that it is not intended as medical advice.
https://tuffgong.neocities.org/
Tuffgong's Manifesto Doggo is a fiercely independent personal hub on Neocities, railing against big tech, mainstream media narratives, and algorithmic culture while championing the old web revival movement. Visitors will find political manifestos, free web graphics, a forum revival project, tech detox articles, and a scrappy DIY aesthetic complete with webrings and a live changelog.
https://vencake.neocities.org/
VenCake is a personal 18+ site styled as a cozy café, inviting visitors to 'enter' or order takeaway before exploring its contents. The café theme and food-forward branding suggest a creative space centered around baking or food culture, with a playful and welcoming personality.
https://uh.edu/~cfreelan/SWIP
The Society for Women in Philosophy (SWIP) has maintained this resource hub since 1972, supporting and promoting women in academic philosophy through newsletters, divisional meetings, and conference coordination. Visitors will find course syllabi, reading lists, statistics on women in philosophy, feminist philosophy journals, and links to graduate programs, making it an essential reference for feminist philosophy scholars and students.
https://theoi.com/
The Theoi Project is an exhaustive reference guide to Greek mythology created by Aaron J. Atsma, covering over 1,500 pages of gods, spirits, heroes, and mythical creatures sourced from classical literature and art. Visitors can explore detailed entries on every major deity and monster, browse an A-Z encyclopedia, view over 1,200 images from ancient vase paintings and mosaics, and read original classical texts.
https://onecosmos.blogspot.com/
One Cosmos is the long-running blog of 'Gagdad Bob,' a witty and idiosyncratic thinker who weaves together theology, metaphysics, philosophy, and political commentary into a unique spiritual worldview he calls 'neotraditional retrofuturism.' Posts blend mysticism, humor, and serious intellectual engagement with figures like Thomas Aquinas, making it a genuinely singular corner of the web for readers drawn to unconventional religious philosophy.
https://scented.minty.nu/
Scented is Ainna's tribute to the beloved early-2000s web design text clique 'Scented Angels,' originally created by Tira, recreated here as a nostalgic homage after the original went offline. Visitors can explore the clique's 'flavors' and relive the charming era of text cliques that defined early personal homepage culture.
https://thehistoryoftheweb.com/
Jay Hoffmann's ongoing project documenting the history of the World Wide Web through a detailed, date-anchored timeline of key events, launches, and milestones. The site features a growing archive of entries covering everything from the birth of JSON to the launch of NYTimes.com, making it an invaluable reference for anyone curious about how the web evolved.