Amynearlyknowledgeable

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 6 months ago to folklore

My latest post discusses the remarkable Nanny Morgan, whose legacy has been marred by #Folklore. She deserves to be remembered as a person rather than a witch. I've completely rewritten this article to reflect new research.

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2022/08/nanny-morgan-and-shropshire-witch.html

#Folklore #Witchcraft #Shropshire #Witches #Victorians #History

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 1 year ago to random

Both parts of my Debut folk horror audio drama are now available to listen to! Enter a world immersed in Shropshire Folklore, ruled by Devil Himself. There's something very strange afoot up the stiperstones!

https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730/12499890

https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730/12600423

#Folklore #Folkhorror #Shropshire #Audiodrama #Folktales #audiodramasunday #writer #Writingcommunity #debut

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 8 months ago to folklore

NEW POST

My latest post discusses the wonderful world of Bee Folklore and its prominence in Shropshire! I really hope you enjoy it! 🐝

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2023/10/the-folklore-of-bees-in-shropshire.html

#Bees #Beekeeping #Folklore #Shropshire #Beefolklore

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 4 months ago to folklore

In Shropshire, the dead often stayed in the family home until the morning of the funeral. It was believed that then one must carry a corpse out of the home feet first to ensure the deceased couldn't return to haunt the property.

#Folklore #Deathomen #Shropshire

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 2 months ago (edited 1 month ago) to folklore

It's officially 1 year since 'The Best of Men' was released! I've been blown away by the love and support for this, my little folk horror. Thank you all! And if you've still not listened, you can find it here

https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730/12499890

#Folklore #Folkhorror #Shropshire #Audiodrama #writer #folktales

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 29 days ago to folklore

#Introductions

My name is Amy, and I'm a writer and folklorist specialising in the interplay between history and folklore, with an emphasis on the Folklore and Ghosts of Shropshire.

I've written an audio drama based on Shropshire's satanic folklore - you can listen now via the link
https://www.buzzsprout.com/411730/12499890

I'm currently working on a book discussing the Satanic Folklore of Shropshire.

You can expect ghosts, history, and general weirdness of Shropshire 💚

#Shropshire #Folklore #pagan

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 9 months ago to random

My latest post for Ghostmag discusses Bloudie Jack' the ghost of Shrewsbury's very own medieval serial killer. You can read his story below

https://ghostmag.com/bloudie-jack-shrewsburys-medieval-serial-killer/

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 7 months ago to history

#OTD in 1635 Shropshire's 'Owd, Owd, Very Owd man Thomas Parr died aged 152. You can read about his wonderful life by following the link below-

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2022/05/understanding-owd-parr-shropshires-old.html

#History #Folklore #Shropshire

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 20 days ago to folklore

Rereading this excellent book by @juergen_hubert, it's such a wonderful exploration of German folklore. Love it!

#Folklore

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 6 months ago to folklore

I've been re-reading my beloved Tiffany books for a hit of nostalgia, and oh my gosh, it's been an emotional ride. These books are incredible 💚

#Folklore #Pratchett #Discworld

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 2 months ago to random

It's finished! After a day spent refining and rewriting- the second series of 'The Best Of Men' is finally written - and its explosive! Owd Scratch is back! Can't wait for you all to experience it! 🦇😈🌿

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 10 months ago to folklore

I'm currently writing up my new research about Nanny Morgan after finding her burial records and other key facts regarding her death. She has become an important focus of my research for some time now.

This woman was so much more than the 'wicked witch of folklore'. She was remarkable, and I want nothing more than to piece together her story. I can't wait to share the revised blog post! ✨️

#Folklore #Shropshire #Witches

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Amynearlyknowledgeable, 4 months ago to art

As I'm now a part-time art teacher (despite never quite being able to 'art'), I've set a little goal to try and draw something every day. Here's day 2. ✨️

#art #Folklore

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 4 months ago to folklore

I've finally found proof of the location of Nanny Morgan's burial. According to her death record, Ann Morgan was buried in Bourton, just like the Folklore suggests! This is incredible news!! Though we don't have a headstone, we know where she was laid to rest 💚

#Folklore #Shropshire #Witches #History

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Amynearlyknowledgeable, 10 months ago to history

Bede was one of the reasons that I wanted to study history. Finally got to visit his tomb and thank him ✨️

#History #AngloSaxon

Bede's tomb, alongside some flowers

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 10 months ago to folklore

St Laurence's Church in Ludlow is home to a chilling apparition. indeed, it is said that a tall, elderly woman wearing a old fashioned dressing gown is seen running around the graveyard after dark. As she weaves between the graves, she is occasionally heard screaming.

#Shropshire #Folklore #Hauntings

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 5 months ago to random

Christmas Eve 🎄

#Shropshire

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 11 months ago to history

Guess who is a qualified teacher? 😭 I've passed my training!!!

#History

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 5 months ago to folklore

NEW POST

Owd Scratch is the lord of winter. His association with this season is found throughout Shropshire's folklore, including the story of the Devil's Talon. You can read all about this below

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2023/12/the-devils-talon.html?m=1

#Shropshire #Folklore #Satan #FolkloreSunday #Folktales #Devil

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 11 months ago to folklore

NEW POST

My latest post discusses the wonderful world of Giants and their presentation in Shropshire folklore. I really hope people enjoy reading as much as I enjoyed writing!

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2023/07/here-be-giants-giants-in-shropshire.html

#Folklore #Giants #Mythology #Folktales #Shropshire #Giantfolklore

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 10 months ago to random

The Battle of Shrewsbury was fought on 21st July 1403, which resulted in the death of Harry Hotspur. The battle is important for many reasons. It was the first time that massed troops armed with the longbow fought against each other on English soil.They used tactical formations that would later become indispensable during wars with the French. The death toll was high, and Thomas Walsingham recorded how the king's men "fell like leaves in autumn, every one arrow struck a mortal man." #Shropshire

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 10 months ago to random

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 2 months ago to folklore

Exploring the potential of creating a 'Best of Men' scriptbook, including commentaries, inspiration, and the lore behind the story. Do you think this would be worth creating?

#Folklore #Shropshire #Satan

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 7 months ago to folklore

This stunning mosaic headstone commemorates the life of a young boy who died in tragic circumstances. Handmade by his mother, it's a testament to her love.
Charles Arthur Turner deserves to be remembered 💚

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2021/01/the-memorials-of-st-michaels-charles.html?m=1

#Folklore #History #Shropshire #localhistory

Amynearlyknowledgeable, 25 days ago to random

After a few knocks this week, I'm really having a crisis of confidence regarding my work and a big ol' bout of imposter syndrome. I am trying my best to be kind to myself and ease through it ✨️

#Writer #Folklorist #Shropshire