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Turkeys Part III: Wattle they think of next?
For the third and final part of our journey into turkeyness with PhD student Brooklynne Fothergill, we take a look at the state of turkeys today and also the state of turkey remains. And indeed, the turkeys that remain in the States.
No humbug in English Association's latest publication
The English Association, hosted here at the University of Leicester, has published the first of its ‘Dickens Bookmarks’ on – what else? – A Christmas Carol.
Turkeys Part II: From bishop's novelty to family favourite
In the second part of our epic exploration of turkeys, based on the PhD research of Brooklynne Fothergill, we look at how turkeys crossed the Atlantic – twice.
Turkeys Part I: The reason why cranberry jelly was invented
On 25 December when you’re tucking into a slice of hot roast turkey*, spare a thought for the history of this noble bird. Native to North America, imported to Europe, re-imported to America, it has been a status symbol, even a god – and now it’s lying on your plate next to some roast parsnips.
