An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
328: Coronations: Sex, Holy Oil and Civil War (Part 2)
May 05, 2023
Description
Whether it’s London descending into a riot, a bad hangover with Samuel Pepys, or a royal lacking discretion… Charles III will certainly be hoping that History does not repeat itself this weekend....
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Books Referenced
The Prince and the Pauper
Author: Mark Twain
Context:
Mentioned as providing the backdrop to Edward VI's coronation, with the character Tom Canty discussed where a pauper and prince who look alike swap places.
Diary
Author: Samuel Pepys
Context:
Pepys' diary is referenced extensively for his description of attending Charles II's coronation in 1661, including details about the ceremony, the banquet, and his subsequent drinking and getting sick.