Carly Silver, Author At All That's Interesting

Carly Silver

An editor and public historian, Carly Silver has written for Smithsonian, Narratively, The Atlantic, Atlas Obscura, and Archaeology, among other publications.

Recent Posts

Newgrange: The Massive Irish Tomb That’s Older That The Pyramids

Newgrange: The Massive Irish Tomb That’s Older That The Pyramids

The opening of the ancient tomb of Newgrange in County Meath, Ireland, perfectly aligns with the rising sun every winter solstice.

Roberto Saviano: The Italian Mafia’s Most Wanted Man

Roberto Saviano: The Italian Mafia’s Most Wanted Man

By outing the Naples Mafia with his 2006 book, Gomorrah, Roberto Saviano put his life on the line. He's been under police protection ever since.

Vincent Gigante: The “Insane” Mafioso Who Almost Outfoxed the Feds

Vincent Gigante: The “Insane” Mafioso Who Almost Outfoxed the Feds

Vincent "Chin" Gigante headed one of New York's biggest mafia families. But when the feds tried to catch him, he faked insanity to stay out of jail.

Inside The Strange And Shocking Kidnapping Of The ’80s Most Beloved Racehorse, Shergar

Inside The Strange And Shocking Kidnapping Of The ’80s Most Beloved Racehorse, Shergar

Shergar was one of the greatest racehorses the world had ever seen when he was kidnapped in 1983. His case remains open today.

Badass Belle Star: The Oklahoma Schoolgirl Who Became A Fearsome Outlaw

Badass Belle Star: The Oklahoma Schoolgirl Who Became A Fearsome Outlaw

There was an infamous female outlaw who rode alongside the bad boys of the Wild West. Her name was Belle Starr, and she was known as the "Bandit Queen."