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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 12h

Apologies, but I am unable to receive private messages. To do so, Bluesky apparently requires facial recognition/credit card details from me. Bugger off Bluesky! Even my bank doesn't get that kind of information.

So, feel free to contact me via the website: www.lorraineevans.com

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 1d

Day 13: Skeleton #31daysofgraves Encompassing more Memento Mori then you can shake a stick at, I give you one of my all time favourite seventeenth century wall memorials, in a glorious pink hue, to be found in Kirkmichael Burial Ground, Resolis, Black Isle, commemorating one William Urquhart...💀

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 2d

I give you full permission to do so......Sniggers.....🤭

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 3d

Day 11: Military #31daysofgraves I give you the final resting place of Vickers Wellington Bomber MF509, that crashed in Wales on 20 November 1944, killing all her Canadian crew. Three memorials now exist, two plaques and a new 2025 commemorative model added by @TedConingsby Lest We Forget 🙏

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 4d

Day 10: Urn #31daysofgraves One of my favourite graveside accoutrements, the urn, which comes in many guises, from the classical urn carrier, as shown below in Kirkmichael Burial Ground, Resolis, to the 'plonky on top' additions (a technical term 😉)

#cemetery #grave #death #archaeology #history

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 4d

Well those lovely people over at Pen and Sword have a real treat for you.....a pre-paperback release goodie....

www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Burying-the-...

@penandswordbooks.bsky.social #cemetery #burial #death #burialground #graveyard #archaeology #history #gothic #churchyard #graveyard #symbolism

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 5d

Day 9: Hands #31daysofgraves From clasping hands to an angelic pointy finger, you can't really go wrong....💀😉

#graves #graveyard #cemetery #cemeterieandgraveyards #death #symbolism #archaeology #mortality #gravestone #Victorian #burialground #burial #hands

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 5d

LOL.....I was thinking the same. Either that or they are the bouncers for a heavenly UFC match!

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 5d

That is very kind of you. Thank you. Please feel free to drop me a line any time....💀😊

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 7d

Day 7: Angels #31daysofgraves A variety of Scottish angels in all their glory.....

#death #symbolism #cemetery #graveyards #cemeteries #burialground #archaeology #deathhistory

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 8d

As the first full week of the 'spooky season' commences, it is always a good idea to listen to the stones......💀🪦

#mementomori #death #cemetery #graveyard #burialground #buryingthedead #mortalitysymbolism #symbolsofmortality #skull #skullandcrossbones

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 9d

A plethora of peace doves flitting about Orkney....Day 5 #31daysofgraves

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · 12d

With my publisher moving the paperback release of Burying the Dead, to Halloween, (Yay!), I am now returning from a much-needed break away from it all. Thus, apologies if I have not answered any queries. Lots of exciting stuff to come. Watch this space!
@penandswordbooks.bsky.social

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Sep 3

Errrrrr......yes please! Donations to the 'I do really need this' fund gratefully received. 😁💀☠️

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/14678015...

#skullandcrossbones #skulls #mementomori #death #eighteenthcentury #archaeology #deathhistory #dark

Ultra Rare 18th Century Memento Mori Wax Seal Skull & Crossbones Boxed Set | eBay UK

Our Georgian ancestors were particularly mindful of this. In good antique condition; this very special item has been well looked after.

www.ebay.co.uk

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Sep 2

From horse burials to bed burials, from the great cemeteries at Uppsala, Sweden (Fig 1) to the remarkable boat burial of Oseberg, Norway (Fig. 2), Burying the Dead explores the many ways our ancestors interred their dead. @penandswordbooks.bsky.social #death #burial #cemetery #graveyard

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Sep 1

It's the 1st September, which means the official countdown to the paperback release of Burying the Dead commences. As such, I will be regularly posting a series of death related goodies. Please do forgive my indulgence, as Covid affected the initial release.

www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Burying-the-...

Burying the Dead

Deep in the heart of North Yorkshire, at a place called Walkington Wold, there lies a rather unusual burial ground, an Anglo-Saxon execution cemetery. Twelve…

www.pen-and-sword.co.uk

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 20

Would it be deemed improper to utilise parts of a Victorian cemetery collection as plant pot decorations? Asking for a friend.....

#cemetery #Victorian #grave #iron #gardening #history #grave #victoriancemetery

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 18

Well that's the second book cover blurb plus images sent to the publisher. As a sneaky peak, I give you the splendid mausoleum of Sir Richard Burton, to be found in St Mary Magdalen Roman Catholic Church, Mortlake, Surrey.
#mementomori #grave #mausoleum #death #burial

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 13

Delighted to announce that Burying the Dead will be released in a paperback version this coming September. Yay! 😃

Pre-orders are now available via the Pen and Sword website, or why not treat yourself to the hardback version. @penandswordbooks.bsky.social

www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Burying-the-...

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 11

So much has already been plundered, I am surprised that anything is left....

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Special legal protection announced for Orkney shipwreck sites

The 52-strong German High Seas fleet was deliberately sunk by its crews in 1919 when its commander thought peace talks had failed.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 9

Having only just returned to social media, plus having my Gmail account restored, I feel fortunate to have been informed/reminded, just in time, of the excellent ISSE conference happening this weekend.

Not too late to book yourself a place folks.....

www.issegyptomania.com/events

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 9

Many thanks. Much appreciated 😁💀

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 7

Delighted to say that Boneyards of Steel manuscript is now in the hands of my publisher. After a few hiccups, I made July's deadline by a full 37 minutes! Legs hurt, arms ache and my wrists are suffering the effects of 4 months of continual typing but hey ho, now moving on to contracted book No.2...

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Jul 6

Back in a couple of days ❤️

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Apr 17

so will be quiet once more. But I will get around to answering messages over the next few days.....

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