This was supposed to be a straightforward, C-for-serious blog about hot water bottles and the clever clogs (as me mum used to say) who invented these marvellous little body warmers. Truly. Pure intentions all round. It started sensibly enough. I’d been reading about bed warmers for years, vaguely picturing something cosy and civilised. Then I watched a period drama and - lo and behold - the...

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