How often did people wash in the seventeenth century and what was personal hygiene like, anyway? In this podcast, Andrea Zuvich tells us. Hold your noses!

Andrea Zuvich, a.k.a. The Seventeenth Century Lady, delves into metaphysical poetry and we are treated to a reading of John Donne's famous - and erotic - poem "The Flea".

Andrea Zuvich reads the first chapter of her new book and explains the uncertainty Britain faced in 1603 following the end of the Tudor family. "The Stuarts in 100 Facts" is available now from Amberley Publishing.

Join Andrea, the Seventeenth Century Lady, as she uncovers the tragic tale of James Scott, the dashing but doomed Duke of Monmouth and Buccleuch. This Sexy Stuart had it all, until his very gruesome end.

It is often misunderstood how King William III actually died - not least because of Jacobite propaganda. Find out whether it was a mole or a cold that killed the king.

The Seventeenth Century was an exciting period full of artistic achievement, scientific progress and royal and political intrigue. In this first episode Andrea introduces the new Seventeenth Century Lady Podcast.