It was absolute bliss, utterly fascinating - and in Scotland they
decided to take it off after 9 episodes, so we had to get the DVD to see
the last 3 months, grrr! I learned so much that you just don't think of
- not specifics, but general things, like, spring is not a time of
plenty, spring is the lean time while you wait for new stuff to grow.
And what tools and structures are permanent, and which are temporary or
disposable, made new when you need them. Wonderful series.
Jean
Five Rivers Chapmanry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote
I don't know if any of you are following TVO's presentation of
the BBC series that follows the lives of several archaeologists/experts who
are recreating life in the 16th century. Unlike most reality shows, this one
is not set up for conflict, rather for discovery, hence the reason they
chose people who were knowledgeable of, and experienced with recreating, the
period in question.
The costuming is wonderful, right down to the torn shirt of one
of the fellows, frayed hems, grotty nails and all. They're eating real
period food, doing real period tasks, with knowledge and in some cases with
additional expertise. There's no whining and whinging and secret caches of
modern items. They are completely and utterly dedicated to their year in the
16th century. It has been an interesting journey and I look forward to
further instalments.
Regards,
Lorina
Five Rivers Chapmanry
purveyors of historical sewing patterns, quality hand-crafted cooperage,
re-enactor and embroidery supplies, and more.
519-799-5577 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - www.5rivers.org
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