Queen of Babble

The ancient Egyptians, who invented both toilet paper and the first known form of birth control (lemon rind as cervical cap, plus alligator dung, which made an effective, if pungent, spermicide), were extremely hygienic, preferring fine linen to any other material, as it was easily washable-a not entirely surprising attitude, considering the alligator dung.

History of Fashion

SENIOR THESIS BY ELIZABETH NICHOLS