When I was a little girl someone got me this book and it made a huge impression on me. It showed daily life in a little village based on one of the loveliest Medieval manuscripts ever; the Luttrell Psalter, known for its descriptions of daily life in 14th century England. It was wonderfully illustrated & … More Book review: ‘The Luttrell village’, by Sheila Sancha (1982)

This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots of images and short responses.The text is about the image below that paragraph. Well, I’ve seen ‘Napoleon’ and here’s my review. It’s going to be a long one full of complaining about details and of course with tons … More Film review: ‘Napoleon’ (2023)

This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots of images and short responses.The text is about the image below that paragraph. So when did people start using a chopping block? We see people chopping wood on a nice old bit of trunk in films, tv shows … More When did people start using a chopping block for firewood?

This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots of images and short responses.The text is about the image below that paragraph. This article was also turned into a youtube video you can watch here; One of the many things we think are weird/gross about the middle … More Did medieval people share their homes with cattle?

This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots of images and short responses.The text is about the image below that paragraph. I’m currently obsessed with the history of clothes pegs. When did humans start using clothes pegs?When did they even start using lines to hand laundry … More When did we start hanging laundry across streets and using clothes pegs?

Before you start, yes, I know, the story of Robin Hood is mostly a myth, a legend, so those who tell that story get a bit more freedom, yes.But the writers, set designer & director all have chosen to set the story in a real time, real place and with real historical characters.They’re portraying Medieval … More TV review: ‘Robin Hood’, episode 1 (2025)

Let’s go check out ‘King & Conqueror’, episode 1, just aired tonight. Yes, I will be annoying, looking at details, caring about historical accuracy, details, etc. You’ve been warned. This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots of images and short responses.The text is about the … More TV review: ‘King & Conqueror’, episode 1 (2025)

Let’s review another youtube video by The Infographics Show, yes that lot again… they have 14 million subscribers. This one is called: How Did Bubonic Plague (Black Death) Actually End? It was seen by almost 5 million people… This article was originally a thread on social media, which is why it is formatted with lots … More Youtube review: ‘How Did Bubonic Plague (Black Death) Actually End? by The Infographics Show (2021)

A remake of Time Bandits? That film I loved so much when I was a kid? I probably shouldn’t watch this, being a grumpy old fake history hunter. But do I ever listen to myself, no, never. I’ll try and pretend I didn’t see the 1980s classic. Spoilers ahead. The room of a young history … More TV review: Time Bandits (2024)