The show was historical enthusiasts at their very best. Here are some of my favourite moments: “Britain’s first ever recorded fat man” Oi, that’s our Henry you are talking about! Archaeologists couldn’t be sure where the friary or grave was situated, but Philippa just knew. “I got the strangest sensation, and I absolutely knew I…
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Historical Honey » Richard III: A 2:1 in Publicity
Headlines which should read ‘King Richard III found within Greyfriars Abbey in Leicester’ instead read ‘University of Leicester find King in a car park’. Light on the historical content but heavy on the publicity, Mary Beard discuss her thoughts on the recent discovery. Richard III press conference. Image from ‘The Guardian’ 2013 Re-blogged from Mary Beards popular…
Historical Honey » Hameau de la Reine: A Queens Playground
It’s pretty clear that Marie Antoinette was rather indulged, bless her soul. Her dresses were crafted by the mother of Haute Couture, Rose Bertin. Her hair was personally dressed by prolific hairdresser of the day, Leonard Autie. She even owned a pair of Converse trainers hundreds of years ahead of time (not historical fact –…
Historical Honey » Marilyn: The Last Strange Days
“I knew I belonged to the public and to the world, not because I was talented or even beautiful but because I had never belonged to anything or anyone else.” This is a sad, but most certainly true, assertion from a woman who continues to be one of the most iconic women of our time….
Historical Honey » Horses Not Courses
It’s hard to imagine that the creatures you see galloping gaily around a muddy field once stood only fourteen inches high and weighed twelve pounds. It would probably have been much been easier to mince down the tiny, dog-like Eohippas into a Findus lasagne. But lo, evolution happened and over time horses lost a few…