Lorna Wallace
Joined: Mar 24, 2022
Lorna Wallace has a Ph.D. in English Literature and is a lover of all things science fiction and horror. She lives in Scotland with her rescue greyhound, Misty.
7 Historical ‘Wars on Christmas’
The Surprisingly Dark History of Time Capsules
11 Facts About the Zodiac Killer
The History—and Surprisingly Dark Theories—Behind ‘Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater’
‘Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater’ may not be the most kid-friendly nursery rhyme, as several interpretations of it involve murder.
The Real History of the Folk Song ‘Kumbaya’
From a heartfelt spiritual, to a children’s campfire song, to a powerful protest anthem, to a derisive phrase, “Kumbaya” is certainly a bit of a musical chameleon.
The 10 Biggest Concerts in History
Rod Stewart, Madonna, and the Rolling Stones had some of the largest concert crowds in history.
‘Georgie Porgie’: The Royal Origins of the British Nursery Rhyme
“Georgie Porgie, pudding and pie / Kissed the girls and made them cry.”
10 Books Turning 50 in 2024
Whether they’re iconic horror novels or classic kids’ lit, these books still resonate five decades after they first hit shelves.
The History—and Value—of the Princess Diana Beanie Baby
Trying to sell your Princess Diana Beanie Baby? She probably isn’t worth as much as you hope—here’s why.
‘Pop! Goes the Weasel’: The Real Meaning Behind the Nursery Rhyme
You may think you know the words to “Pop! Goes the Weasel.” The tune is everywhere from jack-in-the-box toys to Data and Riker’s first encounter in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’. But it may not even be about a weasel at all.
How ‘Black Beauty’ Changed the World For Horses
Anna Sewell’s 19th-century novel about a horse named Black Beauty put the spotlight on animal welfare.
The Surprising Meaning of ‘It’s Raining, It’s Pouring’
The part about the old man bumping his head and not waking up in the morning could describe a dangerous head injury.
The Evolution of ‘Goldilocks and the Three Bears’
‘Goldilocks and the Three Bears’ is a fairy tale with a long history. But Goldilocks as we know her didn‘t originally appear in the popular children‘s story.
Why So Many Stories Begin With ‘Once Upon a Time’
‘Once Upon a Time’ appears in many fairy tales and stories. The phrase has a long history and a practical narrative purpose.
10 of History’s Most Misinterpreted Quotes
Quotes like “one bad apple,” “money is the root of all evil,” and “O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?” have been entirely misinterpreted.