 A surprising and very pleasant aspect of writing a book is being invited to give talks at fascinating place. I was delighted to be invited to give a talk about Prince George & Master Frederick at Dr Johnson's House. Dr Johnson was an astounding polymath of his time and is responsible for compiling the first English dictionary. He and his band of lexicographers, spent years in the attic space of this lovely old house poring over words and definitions. He famously said: "He who is tired of London is tired of life." The house is tucked away in Gough Gough Square, through one of the many narrow alley ways from Fleet Street. Dr Johnson was around at the same time as many of the characters in my book so it felt very fitting to have the chance to tell the story of King George III, King George IV and Master Frederick Blomberg in such a perfect setting to a room filled with a very attentive audience. And you too can see the talk because it was filmed and put on YouTube. So, if you have a free 40 minute please do join me in the telling of this intriguing story in such a perfect setting. 
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