December 2013 – Page 5 – Manchester Historian

Lad culture is one of the hot social topics of the moment, with a multitude of (other) university’s societies and sports clubs being criticised due to inappropriate and sexist behaviour. Laura Robinson explores the alternative side of the chivalric knight as the medieval version of the modern lad.

The commercialisation of Christmas is often lamented as one of the great tragedies of the twentieth century. Michael Cass and James Eatwell examine where this process began and follow it through to the present day.

Peer Mentoring Student Coordinator Sophie Praill gives some advice on revision and exams- no rest for the wicked!

History President gives a round up of the Society’s events past and future.