Tag: Historian

Was The Roman Historian Suetonius Actually Emperor Antoninus Pius?

Within the intricate tapestry of Roman history, few names have been as influential as Suetonius. Known for his vivid accounts of Roman emperors, many scholars and enthusiasts have devoured his words. However, a compelling theory suggests that Suetonius might have been a pseudonym for someone even mo...

15 Books About Aztecs That Will Turn You Into An Expert Historian

Your fellow city dwellers gather around as a revered elder takes center stage. Children wait eagerly for the story, while others engage in animated discussions in the background. As the storyteller begins, his words captivate the audience, weaving a rich tapestry in their minds. He speaks of lege...

So you want to be a fashion historian….

Ever since I wrote this for TheAtlantic.com, I’ve had a lot of people contact me wanting to know how to get a job like mine. (No, really, a LOT.) Let me preface this by saying: there’s no single career path to the field of fashion history. Virtually everyone I know in the busin...