The first comprehensive history of seventeenth-century London, told through the lives of those who experienced it
Margarette Lincoln Books
January 1, 1953
Margarette Lincoln was director of research and collections and, from 2001, deputy director of the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich. She is now a visiting fellow at Goldsmiths, University of London.
"Perfection" by Margarette Lincoln explores the colorful history of women's health and beauty over four centuries. From arsenic for pale skin to balloon corsets, the book delves into the fascinating practices and societal pressures women faced. Through personal accounts and medical reports, it highlights the connection between beauty, community, and identity.
British Pirates and Society, 1680-1730
- 296 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Exploring the complex relationship between pirates and British imperialism, this book delves into how piracy influenced navigation, trade patterns, and the understanding of distant communities. It reveals the ambivalent attitudes towards piracy, shaped by vested interests and conflicting ideologies, highlighting the significant role pirates played in advancing British imperial expansion. Through engaging analysis, it uncovers the intricate dynamics that defined perceptions of piracy during this historical period.
Explorers and Voyages of Discovery
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Knowledge masters. Big Book of History
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Knowledge Masters is packed with hundreds of interesting facts, illustrations and diagrams for everything you need to know. This Big Book of History covers a fantastic range of related topics, is a perfect tool for learning and fact finding or for anyone who has an interest in History Knowledge Masters is packed with hundreds of interesting facts, illustrations and diagrams for everything you need to know. This Big Book of History covers a fantastic range of related topics, is a perfect tool for learning and fact finding or for anyone who has an interest in History
