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The Curse of Woodstock
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Noble Blood: a New Podcast for History Fans
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Alewives, Brewsters, and the Birth of the Witch
(Insert cartoonish witch cackle here.) October wouldn't be complete without a blog post relating...
Bess Foster: the Other Woman
This is a guest post by Jess Toole. Thanks Jess! As a fan of the 2008 film, The Duchess, and a...
A Feminist Glance at History: Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
This is a guest post by Marina Jovanović. Thanks Marina! Today, when feminism is stronger than...
4 Things for History Lovers to See and Do in Toronto
When I plan a trip, I usually like at least a year to plan. I'm a very meticulous trip planner...
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Sabrina Island: The Little Island That Just Couldn’t
Hurricane Irma has battered the Caribbean and Harvey has done significant damage to Texas. If you...
The History of Candy: A Timeline
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Jane Austen: A Brief Timeline
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Hi, I'm Jillianne.
I'm a lover of history, a hoarder of books, and the author of The Spirited Mrs. Pringle and The Lazy Historian's Guide to the Wives of Henry VIII.
The Lazy Historian is a history blog featuring stories from the past with sass. With a focus on Western European and women's history, I delve into anything fascinating. Learn more.
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