Astra Sage

John Steinbeck’s 1939 novel, The Grapes of Wrath, stands as a monumental work of American literature, capturing a defining moment of national crisis with profound empathy and … Read more

Across the vast and diverse tapestry of Native American cultures, few creatures command as much power, mystery, and contradiction as the owl. To ask what the owl … Read more

For thousands of years, the rose has been more than just a flower. It is a timeless symbol, a messenger of our most powerful emotions, and a … Read more

Scan the landscape of French culture, and you will find him everywhere. He stands proudly on the jerseys of national sports heroes, a flash of gold on … Read more

The knee is the unsung hero of the human body. As the largest joint, it works tirelessly to help us stand, walk, run, and jump, acting as … Read more

You can see it everywhere: resting on the collar of a grandmother at church, sparkling under the lights of a red carpet on a celebrity, worn by … Read more

For as long as humans have looked up at the night sky, they have noticed a difference between the twinkling, unmoving stars and a special group of … Read more

In the modern world, the cross is one of the most recognizable symbols on Earth. It is worn as jewelry, displayed in homes, and stands atop the … Read more

Have you ever seen a stone lion guarding the entrance to a library or a museum? Or maybe you’ve noticed a roaring lion head on the logo … Read more

From the depths of ancient mythology to the flags of modern nations, few symbols possess the raw power and complex history of the trident. Instantly recognizable, this … Read more