Diego A.

Diego trained as a historian in Madrid but was born in Oaxaca, surrounded by myths of gods, underworlds, and spirits. His articles dive into myths across continents, drawing parallels between Aztec, Mediterranean, and global legends.

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Robinson Crusoe Island: The True Story Behind the Legend

Robinson Crusoe Island: The True Story Behind the Legend

Discover the true story behind Robinson Crusoe Island, where Scottish sailor Alexander Selkirk survived alone for over four years. Explore the island’s history, ecology, and the real-life events that inspired Daniel Defoe’s classic novel.

Próspera: The Silicon Citadel of Neocolonial Ambition

A tech corporation is building a "private city" on the island of Roatán, complete with its own laws and police. Now, they are suing the government of Honduras for $11 billion. Explore the dark reality of this controversial experiment where a company tries to act like a country.

Tortuga, Haiti: The Birthplace of the Caribbean Pirate Republic

Explore Tortuga, Haiti—the real-life pirate republic that birthed the Brethren of the Coast. Discover how this small Caribbean island became the headquarters of legendary pirates like Henry Morgan and François l'Olonnais, and how its lawless society shaped the golden age of piracy.

Diego A.

Diego A.

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Robinson Crusoe Island: The True Story Behind the Legend

Próspera: The Silicon Citadel of Neocolonial Ambition

Tortuga, Haiti: The Birthplace of the Caribbean Pirate Republic

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