A family in late 17th-century England led a simple, not to mention laborious, life. A majority of the population lived in a one- or two-room house, which was often crowded with large families and ...

Many saw the 1700s as a peaceful century of tranquillity ... economy and globalised British Empire. The rich cultural life of the people is also explored along with Sligo's contribution to ...

A nice cup of tea is known to work miracles after a busy day, but new research suggests the drink may have saved lives in the 1700s. Experts found the rise in popularity of tea was linked to a ...