Books by Dudley Ryder
The Diary of Dudley Ryder, 1715-1716
by Dudley Ryder
You can read history books about the importance of politeness, but it's only after you read him talking about how he was stung by a wasp multiple times at lunch, and says 'I'm going to bear this with courage like a noble Greek because people will think more highly of me,' that it begins to matter.
Interviews where books by Dudley Ryder were recommended
The best books on London’s Addictions, recommended by Dr Matthew Green
The social historian argues London is an intrinsically addictive city. He charts its history through its dependencies on chocolate, tobacco, coffee, and tea.
