Is the Modern World making us sick?

Anne, The Bustle Lady


Region:
Yorkshire & Humber
Notice Period:
Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
Type:
Professional
Fee:
Paid: Community groups £30, professional groups £45, plus travelling costs
Category:
Health
Updated:
12th June 2019

This talks examines a range of modern phenomena and the impact they each have on our health. Using variety of modern foodstuffs, cosmetics, electronic devices, medicines and household products as examples, the talk assesses whether these items might be responsible for ailments, and how we can mitigate their effects. The talk concludes by comparing modern life with that of the Victorians, so see what we can learn and apply today.

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About Anne, The Bustle Lady

Anne, The Bustle Lady, covers the period 1875 to 1888 - the era when the Bustle Dress was the height of fashion, but also the most interesting period of Victorian history. Anne covers a wide range of aspects of social history, Sheffield history, and the district of Crookes in particular. History talks can be delivered in full authentic bustle dress costume, with accessories and using genuine antique artefacts to illustrate the talk.


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