The path sank/slipped/descended into the abyss of my mind, a chasm carved/gouged/etched by despair. Each step brought/summoned/unveiled an unwelcome truth, a shard of reality piercing/shattering/rending through the fragile veil I had spun/woven/constructed. The weight crushed/smothered/engulfed me, a tangible manifestation of my failing/diminishing… Read More

Ottonian architecture, flourishing during the reigns of the Saxon emperors from the 10th to the early 11th centuries, showcases a distinct aesthetic characterized by its grandiose scale. Amongst these architectural characteristics, the arcade stands out as a particularly common feature. Running throughout Ottonian buildings, from palaces, arcades s… Read More