Tuesday, January 06th, 2009

audio by title fools are everywhere the court jester around the world

Inquiry: FOOLS ARE EVERYWHERE: THE COURT JESTER AROUND THE WORLD

Inquiry
FOOLS ARE EVERYWHERE: THE COURT JESTER AROUND THE WORLD

The archetype of the jester is known from many cultures around the world. From ancient China, medieval Islam and Renaissance Europe, the fool can be found shaking their cap and bells and poking fun at society and royalty. But what were the lives of fools really like and how did they get away with making rude comments about the king?