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Amy Davies explores how theatre in Shakespeare’s day differs from how we recognise it today.
Amy DaviesAmy Davies explores how theatre in Shakespeare’s day differs from how we recognise it today.
Amy DaviesLibrarian Mareike Doleschal explores the contrasting associations of nature's most prickly flower, the thistle.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersLibrarian Mareike Doleschal explores the history and meaning of the primrose in Tudor and Victorian England.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersLibrarian Mareike Doleschal discusses the history of a beneficial and beautiful flower, the marigold.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersCollections Care Assistant Amy Davies delves into the museum collection to discover some of the more unusual items that the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust cares for.
Amy DaviesLibrarian Mareike Doleschal explores the history of the poppy in Tudor and Victorian England.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersDiscover the history of one of the most durable and delightful flowers, the carnation.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersAmy Davies takes a look back at how the contribution of one extraordinary woman transformed Anne Hathaway’s Cottage into the popular attraction it is today.
Amy Davies juliet filesHave you ever wondered what Shakespeare's favourite flower might be? Explore illustrations of roses and discover the flower's meaning in Shakespeare's works.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite FlowersMareike Doleschal explores the meaning of violets in Shakespeare's plays and the flower's enormous popularity during the Victorian age.
Mareike Doleschal prospero files Shakespeare's Favourite Flowers