Latest Posts
-
‘Cold slows things down’: resting over the winter break
After last week’s memories of Chirstmases past, this week we focus on recommendations for the winter break – the books, TV programmes, films, and music that we’ll be using to unwind over the coming weeks. Dina Rezk, our School Lead… Continue reading
-
Christmas Gift Giving: Our Memories 3
Our personal reflections on gift giving conclude. Liz Barnes, Lecturer in Modern History Liz’s most memorable gift inspired some reflections on the magic of Christmas for children. When she was 3 years old, in 1995, Liz was given ‘the original… Continue reading
-
Christmas Gift Giving: Our Memories 2
Our series on gift giving continues with more personal reflections from members of the Department. Ruth Salter, Lecturer in Medieval History Ruth still appreciates the generosity of her parents, who gifted her a reindeer ornament in 1992. ‘When I was… Continue reading
-
Christmas Gift Giving: Our Memories
Inspired by David’s broad history of giving and receiving gifts, members of the department reflected on their personal experiences of Christmas and other festivities. Some colleagues highlighted memories of generosity – particularly from parents – and an enduring appreciation for… Continue reading
-
“It’s the thought that counts”: Gifting in History – by Professor David Stack
If you are stuck for gift ideas this Christmas, why not give a book? For as long as there have been books, books have been given as gifts. The Roman poet Martial included ‘A Parchment Copy of Homer’ in his… Continue reading
-
Reflections on the Stenton Lecture – by John Jenkins
Mass-Observing: Time, Temporality and Feeling in Everyday Life. Presenter: Professor Claire Langhamer, Director of the Institute of Historical Research. Having on several occasions during my undergraduate degree been directed to the Mass-Observation database for source material, I was looking forward… Continue reading
-
History beyond the seminar room – by Abbie Tibbott
On a decidedly wet day on Tuesday 14th November, part 3 students enrolled on the module ‘Battleaxes to Benchwarmers: the first female MPs’, made the trip to our university’s Special Collections, held at the London Road campus. Having taken this… Continue reading
-
Why a Master’s Degree in History? Hear from our alumni.
On the 23rd November 2023, the University of Reading will hold its Virtual Open Day for Master’s courses. We are proud within the Department of History to have so many alumni who have either remained with us at Reading, or… Continue reading
-
Disabled – Enabling: Daughter of a Blind Father, by Dr. Heike I. Schmidt
My father was not disabled. He was not without ability or limited. He was without sight, and he could not smell. A… Continue reading
-
Mills Archive: The Gunpowder Mill Book
Enjoy this guest post from our colleagues at the Mills Archive, who preserve records of milling history. This piece was authored by Nathanael Hodge – thanks to the archive for allowing us to share their work. The image above shows… Continue reading
READING HISTORY 