In conversation with Lara Maiklem - Mudlarking: uncovering history's secrets (Sat 26th July 11.00am)
In conversation with Lara Maiklem, chaired by festival host, Jo Durrant.
For over two decades Lara has mudlarked; scouring the banks of the Thames to find objects - lost or discarded- that tell the greatest stories from medieval pilgrim badges to Tudor shoes and Georgian wig curlers. Her fascinating talk reveals her finds and experiences throughout the seasons of 2022 and the stories she has discovered through them. Join her to uncover London's secrets of history.
Described as “a phenomenon” (Jon Snow) Lara's curiosity, wisdom and obsession has resulted in a critically acclaimed best selling book Mudlarking featured in The Telegraph, Guardian, Washington Post, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. Her latest book, A Mudlarking Year, has received extensive praise: “A dazzling patchwork of the past” (Tracy Borman); “Truly inspirational” (Nicola Tallis) & “A beautiful reflection on what it is to be human” (Helen Carr)
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In conversation with Lara Maiklem, chaired by festival host, Jo Durrant.
For over two decades Lara has mudlarked; scouring the banks of the Thames to find objects - lost or discarded- that tell the greatest stories from medieval pilgrim badges to Tudor shoes and Georgian wig curlers. Her fascinating talk reveals her finds and experiences throughout the seasons of 2022 and the stories she has discovered through them. Join her to uncover London's secrets of history.
Described as “a phenomenon” (Jon Snow) Lara's curiosity, wisdom and obsession has resulted in a critically acclaimed best selling book Mudlarking featured in The Telegraph, Guardian, Washington Post, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. Her latest book, A Mudlarking Year, has received extensive praise: “A dazzling patchwork of the past” (Tracy Borman); “Truly inspirational” (Nicola Tallis) & “A beautiful reflection on what it is to be human” (Helen Carr)
Book signing available
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