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    Jun 11, 2020 2 minutes

    MEDIEVAL IRISH ENTERTAINERS

    very much enjoyed “Inside a Medieval Gaelic Castle” (March/April 2020). However, the most amusing aspect of the article was not even mentioned. In the woodcut by John Derricke there are two gentlemen to the far right who appear to be airing their backsides to the assembled lords. I hope you will provide an explanation,

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