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How Did People Smell in Medieval Times?

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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Exploring Medieval Women's Lives Through Scent and Testimony

This chapter explores the captivating connection between scent, memory, and history, centered around the 'Medieval Women in Their Own Words' exhibition at the British Library. The speakers discuss the challenges and innovative methods of highlighting women's voices from medieval times, revealing their stories through the powerful lens of scent.

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