Scriveiner's Journal

The Ancient Heart of Halloween: The Bonfire of Samhain

The evenings grow longer. The air turns crisp. Somewhere, a candle flickers behind the carved face of a pumpkin. It’s a familiar sight across much of the modern world, yet its origins are far older...

Brush and Character: Tracing the Origins of East-Asian Calligraphy

In our previous article, we traced the history of Latin calligraphy, from the stately capitals of ancient Rome to the refined scripts of the eighteenth century. That journey revealed how the writte...

The Timeless Desk: A Journey Through Student Stationery

As the new academic year draws near, campus walkways and online shops alike hum with the quiet anticipation of preparation. Senior students and fresh arrivals alike begin gathering their academic a...