Feature Protest, Power, Play Not since the Middle Ages have the ancient traditions of fancy dress been so potent. Benjamin Wild | Published in History Today Volume 71 Issue 3 March 2021 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems.