I never find time to write so much anymore, or to research the little fascinations that would grab me as I delve deeper into the world of the past. But, I did want to make time to reflect on a research presentation that I watched this morning. Our education system survives by labeling pupils. Even … Continue reading Do it for the kids: A reflection on the grammar school system
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Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat
I was wondering about the origin of that little quote on our new £5 note and I found this transcript of the full speech. I thought I'd share an extract with you as I found it such an interesting read: In this crisis I think I may be pardoned if I do not address the … Continue reading Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat
I’m a History Teacher…
Just spotted this wonderful mug on one of my Google searches - love it!
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The Crusades – BBC Documentary
Just a week before I am about to sit an exam regarding the Third Crusade and its characters, I have stumbled across a brand new BBC Four documentary series narrated by leading Crusade historian Thomas Asbridge. It has so far covered the causes of the Holy War, the Battle of Hattin in 1187 and the … Continue reading The Crusades – BBC Documentary
The Lotto Craze
It is driven into the human psyche that if there exists a small chance of something happening to a person, that person might be you. You might refuse to go out in a thunderstorm because you might be hit by lightning. You might refuse to travel by aircraft because there was a report on the … Continue reading The Lotto Craze
Lazarus
The story of Lazarus of Bethany, as I have recently been told, is the climactic story which demonstrates the power of the Jesus as he overcomes man's biggest fear and truest enemy, death. After four days, Lazarus is brought back to life in a demonstration of Jesus' almighty force, like his father before him. The name is a … Continue reading Lazarus
A Day in the Life of a Plantation Mistress
For a seminar coming up in the next two weeks, we have been tasked with writing through the eyes of somebody involved with slavery. As I imagine the role of the plantation mistress will be largely overlooked by those eager to write as slaves or masters, I took it upon myself to complete the task. … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Plantation Mistress
Voltaire
I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it. - Voltaire
#studentsarepoorbooksareexpensive
One underestimates the quantity of paper and books required to successfully complete a History degree with a first. If someone could buy me my Amazon Wishlist in its entirety, that would be great... #studentsarepoorbooksareexpensive
The Historian's Apprentice 