Medieval Underwear: What Did Our Ancestors Wear?
The gap in our knowledge of medieval underwear is due partly to the poor preservation of organic materials and the lack of visual evidence. Clearly, there’s still a lot to uncover.
Victorian Villain or Hysterical Hoax? The Enigma of Spring-heeled Jack
Spring-heeled Jack, the spectral terror of Victorian London, embodies the power of folklore and public fear. His tale underscores the press’s role in shaping legends, reminding us how deeply-rooted anxieties can give life to enduring, spine-chilling myths.
Götz von Berlichingen: The Swashbuckling Tale of the Iron-Handed Knight
Götz of the Iron Hand” is the riveting tale of a 16th-century knight who transformed his disability into an unyielding symbol of strength, influencing culture, literature, and prosthetic innovation, and living on as an unforgettable testament to human resilience and adaptability.
Ulrich von Liechtenstein: The Knight Who Loved Too Much
Discover the man behind the myth, Ulrich von Liechtenstein, immortalized by Heath Ledger in A Knight’s Tale. His true life brimmed with audacious exploits that rival, perhaps even eclipse, his Hollywood rendition. Dare to uncover the Knight’s Tale untold!
Laudanum: The Rise and Fall of the Victorian Super Drug
In an era before the invention of aspirin, painkillers and sleeping tablets, to be in pain was a thoroughly unpleasant experience. Laudanum’s medical role, as a tool for pain management in sickness and end-of-life care, was crucial.
