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History of Sh*t: Aztec Poo Goblins to Viking Turds
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
Unveiling the Historical Secrets of Excretion
This chapter explores the historical significance and societal perceptions of excretion, particularly feces, shedding light on royal grooming practices and innovative waste usage. It introduces a children's book using humor to teach history through poo-related stories and touches on the evolution of waste management. The discussion also covers communal defecation practices, royal toilet attendants, and a fascinating discovery of Viking era fecal matter in York.
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