Beyond the Crutch: A Remarkable Journey from support to mobility
We often use the word crutch rather unkindly. A habit becomes “a crutch”; an easy solution is dismissed as “just a crutch.” The metaphor suggests weakness or dependence, and it…
Corn and wheat, two rivals on the modern plate
For thousands of years, wheat and corn have competed without actually meeting. Wheat built civilizations across Eurasia and North Africa. Corn—or, more properly, maize—did much the same across the Americas.…
From the Empty Bowl to the Full Harvest: Portrayal of Hunger in Postage Stamps
Hunger is difficult to portray Postage stamps usually depict the positive, and shy away from negative emotions. Hence, hope is more frequent theme, than despair. Further, hunger is difficult to…