In the early 20th century, the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce started marketing L.A as an earthquake-free alternative to San Francisco.

Alexis Soyer frequently cooked for royalty and dignitaries, but also displayed a healthy social conscience.

How did some of the most illustrious names of fin de siècle French literature end up in a newspaper battle over witchcraft and evil spirits?

As celebrity culture developed in 19th century England, authors were at turns celebrated and celebrators of artists they admired.