Introduction
Welcome to the History of the Ugly, a comprehensive and completely-not-at-all-objective account of the most aesthetically-challenged eras, events, and figures in human history.
From the dawn of civilization to the present day, the ugly has played a vital role in shaping the world we live in. Whether it's the awkwardness of ancient pottery, the hideousness of 80s fashion, or the sheer, unadulterated ugliness of modern-day reality TV, the ugly has always been there, lurking in the shadows, waiting to pounce.