Lesley 'history' Smith

I accidentally sent these questions to Lesley, forgetting she was in my email address book However, she took the time to answer and send them back - and here are the answers!

1. WHO WERE YOU NAMED AFTER?

Lesley means “From the Grey Fortress” in Scotland – which is a bit odd as my fortress is grey. I was not named after anyone.

2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED?

I cried last night – release of tension.

3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING...

I would firstly like to say what an honour it is to write about such an amazing woman. I am lucky enough to have been acquainted with Lesley Smith primarily through her profession and also as a personal friend.

Lesley is a historian and specialist in sexual practices and conception in reformation England. In her work, she is dedicated to a level not met by many. The hours she puts in to her performances and lectures are astonishing, with 2-300 public performances a year (often in full c...