The last days of summer are upon us. In only a few weeks, school will start, and it's back to the daily grind. How will you spend the rest of the season? There is almost as much diversity in peoples' summer activities as there are topics in Medieval Studies. This issue reflects that variety, covering a broad range of topics and research.
Considering a day trip outside of London? Then check out our piece on Hever Castle for a quick, family-friendly, and affordable get-away.
In our features, Dr. Sue Oosthuizen from Cambridge takes an interdisciplinary approach to an earlier landscape with new research on the Anglo-Saxon fens, while Cait Stevenson bring us women, sainthood, and the holy spirit.
Dani talks to us about fifteenth century "Snapchat", and Sandra takes a look at the British Museum's "Renaissance Selfies".
Can't wrap your head around the Wars of the Roses? Sandra's got this infamous conflict broken down for you in her review of Matthew Lewis' new book, The Wars of the Roses in 100 Facts. Then read an excerpt from Lewis' upcoming biography on the much maligned, Richard, Duke of York.
If there ever was a beach/lakeside read, this issue is it. Enjoy it!
Sandra & Dani
the last days of summer