Topics include classical constructions of rational examples, Hodge structures and special cubic fourfolds, associated K3 surfaces and their geometric interpretations, and connections with rationality and unirationality constructions..

*It was made under the eaves on the east side of the Seiryoden, one of the halls of the Palace, at the south end; mortar was spread on the boards to obtain the effect of an earthfloor.

The still immanent or purely mental act of will : what for distinction's sake I would call the hyperorganic volition to move

In secret shadow, farre from all mens sight: From her faire head her fillet she undight, And laid her stole aside.