Had a lovely time chatting to @scattyscribbler.bsky.social this morning for the @histassoc.bsky.social I learned all about her new book which imagines the adventures of Shakespeare’s younger brother!
Clara J Manasian Cook
@clarajeanmc.bsky.social
Public historian. Tour guide, museum volunteer, podcaster and Londoner. Sci-fi fan and cat lover. Works for The Historical Association.
Introducing our new short course: The World of the Normans! This course offers a fresh perspective on one of the most influential periods in European history. Bringing together leading UK-based scholars to explore the wider Norman world. historical-association.cademy.io/ha-short-cou...
Bees struggle in this weather 🥵 We find a lot of bees running out of fuel when perched on our sunflowers Use a water bottle & fine spray the flowers, fruit, seeds (what ever stage they are at) close to the bee, & they will hoover them up & regain strength
During drought Ancient Woodland is a safe haven for everything that lives Shelter, shade, massively cooler, food, & even after no rain for weeks, the water table is not far from the surface We leave them to it, including the world’s supply of Bank Voles gorging on blackberries
This is Bruno and Rocket. Rocket insists on making a grand entrance. Bruno is happy to help with that. 13/10 for both (IG: bruno_da_doxie_doggie)
Join our free webinar series starting next week for children aged 7+ and their families. Ask authors questions! Learn how historical fiction books are written! Be inspired to write yourself! www.history.org.uk/primary/news...
Oak with no name, or a name only known to other oaks - Vockerode, Germany Photo: Frank Gyssling
Should I wear this to see The Odyssey tomorrow?
That France v England 3rd place playoff is just gonna be both teams sitting on the grass and sharing a smoke.
Long before Michelangelo, long before Rembrandt, long before Picasso.....women were quietly and collaboratively creating their own masterpieces in Western art history.... #BayeuxTapestry !
You might need this little soapstone carving of a whale today… (1200-1600 CE, Chumash culture, California, held at Musée des Beaux Arts, Montreal)
Annie Londonderry (1870-1947) a Latvian immigrant to the US, in 1894–95 became the first woman to bicycle around the world, after a bet by two men who thought it would be an impossible challenge for a woman.... #womensart
'Swoop of Swallows' by UK textile artist Rachel Wright, machine embroidery on calico with various fabrics #womensart
Quite enjoying that the CofE and the Norwegian church made a wager on the football, and the latter now has to change logos for the day.
Happy Sunday! #ArchivesFest is on at The National Archives. Lots of treats in store including Magna Carta, and me talking Family History. Come join us in our lovely air conditioning!
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Photographer Chantal Pinzi's photogragraphic series of women skateboarders around the world #WomensArt #Monday
Old enough to recognize this as a data center
I’ve done it! I’ve managed to survive a week of extreme hot weather, mental and physical health struggles and still managed to do my job, attend therapy, exercise, grocery shop, take my cat to the vet and communicate with colleagues, family and friends. I’m exhausted but I also think I am brave.
"I have accepted Keir Starmer's resignation as my chief servant and have invited Andy Burnham to lay out details for how many meals a day he'll give me"
