More From the “What Was I Thinking?” Files
Reblog: Keeping Up With the Trevelyans: On Owning (and Loving) Books
Kaila Yankelevich, University of Bristol Why do we own books? What does it mean to own a book? Is the reason utilitarian (we want to access a specific text) or is it all about pleasure? Umberto Eco famously spoke of the importance of owning books that you might never have time to read. Did owners…
Reblog: Appulmoy, apple rice pottage
The history, etymology and, of course, a recipe of Appulmoy, a creamy rice and apple pottage from Richard II’s cookery book, is offered to you all in this my Christmas blog post. Merry Christmas! Appulmoy, apple rice pottage
Pigment Class Handout
This article is great for its information and how to, but the sources are even better. Have a look.
1430’s Challenge For Baronial Birthday A&S Display
Hey Readers! Here’s a great story from another blogger. Enjoy! https://wp.me/p2czD9-jT
Reblog: About the Æthelmearc Royal Guild of Foresters
By Master Morien McBain Dear Gentles, things have been on an upswing lately with the Æthelmearc Royal Guild of Foresters! For those of you who don’t know them, they are a group devoted to period outdoor living, wilderness skills, and related arts, among them the following: -Period fire making-Travel by boat, horse, and on foot-Shelter…