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Podcast: I Tell Stories
Episode: European History: Ornamental Garden Hermits
Description: Send a textEver wondered what it was like to be a hired hermit living in the garden of a wealthy 18th-century English estate? Imagine donning itchy furs, taking a vow of silence, and becoming the ultimate conversation piece for your employer's extravagant garden parties. Join us as we uncover the bizarre and fascinating tradition of ornamental hermits, sharing quirky job descriptions, amusing anecdotes, and a bit of historical context. We'll even compare this peculiar pastime to today's trends, adding a humorous twist to these tales from the past.But that's not all! We'll trace the...