Do you speak more than one language? Have you ever taken advantage of the fact that others around you might not speak that language? Miles Hendon does exactly that in order to help free Edward. Today’s Historical Tidbit is about…LATIN IN TUDOR ENGLAND
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The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Three – Historical Tidbit
Have you ever wished that your boss could spend a day in your shoes? For them to have to follow the same rules they impose upon you? Well the people of England got that chance in Chapter 23 (though they didn’t know it). Edward ends up being on the other side of the law after being accused of stealing a pig. Today’s Historical Tidbit is about…TUDOR PUNISHMENTS
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Two – Historical Tidbit
assuming they wouldn’t be any good at it, only to find that their skills vastly outweigh yours? Hugo had the misfortune of finding himself in this same situation. The Historical Tidbit for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 22 is about…SWORD FIGHTING
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty – Historical Tidbit
after he realizes he is the son of Henry VIII. But what is the source of his rage? Today’s Historical Tidbit for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 20 is about…THE DISSOLUTION OF THE MONASTERIES
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Nineteen – Historical Tidbit
Chapter 19 mentions a specific historical figure. But in typical Mark Twain fashion, he gives virtually no explanation about who the figure is. He just assumes all the readers understand his allusion. So let’s explore it today! The Historical Tidbit is about….KING ALFRED
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Seventeen – Historical Tidbit
Chapter 16’s Historical Tidbit is a fun one! Did you ever make up a code (written or spoken) in order to be able to say whatever you wanted without getting in trouble? Today’s Historical Tidbit is about….COCKNEY RHYMING SLANG
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Sixteen – Historical Tidbit
In Chapter 16, we hear about a number of titles that were used in Tudor England. At the time, the hierarchy of society was incredibly important to how society functioned. Though these titles don’t hold quite as much weight today, they still exist. Today’s Historical Tidbit is about….ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Fifteen – Historical Tidbit
In Chapter 15, and beyond, in The Prince and the Pauper, Lord Hertford earns a specific title. This role allows him to be a personal advisor to Edward (actually Tom) for a good part of the story. Today’s Historical Tidbit is about the role of….LORD PROTECTOR
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Fourteen – Historical Tidbit
Chapter 14’s Historical Tidbit is in reference to a character who ends up becoming instrumental in Tom’s success at being a king. Today’s Historical Tidbit is about the role of….WHIPPING BOY
The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Thirteen – Historical Tidbit
Chapter 13’s Historical Tidbit was a hard one to find! There weren’t many options to choose from in Chapter 13. But there was a part of the chapter that I’ve always been curious about. While Miles is repairing a set of clothes that he bought secondhand for Edward, he sings to himself. But is the song that he sings a real song? Today’s Historical Tidbit is….Miles’ Song
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