Holiday History

Valentine's Day Ep. 2: The Poem That Invented Love


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Before Geoffrey Chaucer picked up his quill in the 1380s, Saint Valentine was the patron saint of epilepsy and beekeepers—nothing remotely romantic. Then one medieval poem about birds choosing their mates changed everything. Discover how a single poet invented the love holiday we celebrate today, and unravel the mystery of why he chose freezing February 14th for springtime romance. Learn more at pallascenter.com
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