Unmentionable: The Victorian Lady’s Guide to Sex, Marriage, and Manners is the quite possibly the most fun you’ll ever have while reading a history book, mostly because of the snarky voice of Therese Oneill. This book is all about the private side of Victorian life – how it smelled (bad), what women did about their periods (whatever worked), and how to flirt with a fan, pair of gloves, or parasol (awkwardly). The premise of Unmentionable … Continue reading Unmentionable by Therese Oneill →
When Esi Sogah was a guest on an episode of the podcast, she talked a little about the musical Hamilton, and how much she loves it. I asked if she’d be willing to write a review, and not only did she respond immediately with a huge “YES” but then demanded I give her a word count because she could go on for days. Here is her review. … Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story … Continue reading Hamilton: Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story →
In the first full-length biography of Alexander Hamilton in decades, National Book Award winner Ron Chernow tells the riveting story of a man who overcame all odds to shape, inspire, and scandalize the newborn America. According to historian Joseph Ellis, Alexander Hamilton is “a robust full-length portrait, in my view the best ever written, of the most brilliant, charismatic and dangerous founder of them all.” Few figures in American history have been more hotly debated … Continue reading Alexander Hamilton →
