Lorraine Evans
@thedeathhistorian.bsky.social
Research Fellow, Death Historian/Archaeologist & Best-selling Author researching non-conformist funerary practices, symbolism, art & architecture & Aviation Archaeology www.lorraineevans.com
Sneak peek into my first ever Boneyards of Steel talk (details available next week) WWII poster printed by Ford, Shapland and Co Ltd. London depicting Supermarine Spitfire, promoting the merits of salvage! @penandswordbooks.bsky.social @theaviation.show @archscot.bsky.social @theaviationist.com
Some truly remarkable grave markers to be found in Boneyards of Steel - Exploring The World's Aircraft Graveyards.....see blog.... @penandswordbooks.bsky.social www.lorraineevans.com/blog.asp
Genuine quote taken from an aviation archaeology meeting, where I mislaid my beverage 🤣💯
My babies - alive and kicking in Orkney! @penandswordbooks.bsky.social @spitfirenews.com @spitfirefilly.bsky.social @theaviationist.com @theaviation.show
From aircraft buried under the sands of Iraq, unique grave markers comprised of airplane parts, to the resurrection of iconic WWII aircraft, Boneyards of Steel has something for everyone. @penandswordbooks.bsky.social www.lorraineevans.com/blog.asp
Having just returned to work, I cannot believe the Fifth Annual ISSE Online Conference commences tomorrow. Where does the time go? Not to late to grab a ticket! www.issegyptomania.com/conference-2...
Virtual Conference 2026 — ISSE
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Graveyards galore! Now on the official Pen and Sword Blog... www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/blog/what-lu...
Now available to pre-order....😁💀 #aviation #graveyards #cemeteries #WWII #aircraft www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Boneyards-of...
Boneyards of Steel: Exploring the World's Aircraft Graveyards
The study of aviation graveyards is a much maligned area of death research. The final resting place of sizeable non-organic beasts is routinely overlooked, yet…
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Was going to write this long poetic spiel about dying and grief. Decided against it. Instead, big gal panties have been pulled up and it's back to business. After all, books are due for release. To those who have reached out, thank you and much love. To those who I have let down, profuse apologies.
The Symbols of Mortality Conference is delighted to welcome Dr Stephanie Holton as one of our speakers. Stephanie will be discussing the funerary symbolism of pinecones, with particular reference to the Romano-British period. www.lorraineevans.com/index.asp?pa...
Exploring the subject of mortality symbolism, in all its many guises, would not be complete without a nod to our furry companions. As such, we are delighted that Dr Lucja Lange will be joining the Symbols of Mortality Conference, next week, to discuss her work on pet memorials.
With less than 2 weeks to go before the Symbols of Mortality Conference opens its doors, speaker announcements will be coming thick and fast. I am delighted, therefore, to introduce Hollie Willis, who will be sharing her research on the Franklin expedition memorials....
#OnThisDay A year ago today, after many years of graft, the Symbols of Mortality exhibition opened in Orkney Museum. Can't believe it has been a year already. Big shout out to the wonderful Tom Muir and @storytellerfran.bsky.social Fran Flett Hollinrake for all their efforts in making it happen.
Pleased to announce that my good friend Fran Flett Hollinrake will be speaking at this years Symbols of Mortality Conference. Fran will be sharing the story of HMS Royal Oak, sunk by a German U-boat in 1939, and the memorial to those who were lost. @storytellerfran.bsky.social
Delighted to announce that Dr Dan O'Brien will be speaking at the up-coming Symbols of Mortality Conference. A well-known figure in the death studies field, Dan will be sharing his extensive knowledge on the subject of funeral invitations, in all their deathly glory.....
💀Delighted to announce that the Symbols of Mortality Conference 2026 Programme is now live - link below💀 www.lorraineevans.com/index.asp?pa...
Yes, that's correct. Only 27 more days go until the deathly delights of the Symbols of Mortality conference opens its doors. Look out for the full programme tomorrow! #death #mementomori #history #archaeology #gothic #dark #victorian #egyptomania
With only a month to go before the inaugural Symbols of Mortality conference opens it doors, in the weeks leading up to Saturday 21st February we will be introducing our eclectic mix of speakers.
Yes, only 35 days to go before the inaugural Symbols of Mortality conference opens its online doors. Featuring the very best historians/archaeologists in their field, in my humble opinion, a full cornucopia of deathly related themes will be unleashed. Full programme available next week.
As another new year comes forth, it is often customary to reflect on the achievements of the old. However, as a storm rages outside my front door, both physically and metaphorically speaking, I simply want to wish you all a 2026 filled with fun, laughter, love and much peace. Happy New Year folks!
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Well that's it folks. The 'office' is now closed, and I'm taking a much-needed break for the rest of this year. May I wish you all much joy and laughter over the festive season, with a special 'toast of bubbly' for those who find themselves alone. Much love to you all xx
Currently working on the new Symbols of Mortality Conference programme, which will be available in the New Year. Featuring talks by some of the very best researchers/historians in the death studies field, have you secured your FREE ticket yet? www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/symbols-of...
Symbols of Mortality Online Conference
FREE Online Conference exploring the world of mortality symbolism, by some of the subjects leading historians and researchers.
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Struggling to find the perfect Xmas gift for that someone special in your life? Or maybe you have a wobbly table/chair that needs a little support? Either way, why not bag yourself a copy of my latest super duper paperback release. You know it makes sense. 💀🪦 www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Burying-the-...
Apparently Burying The Dead was released in paperback form yesterday. You're welcome! 💀 @penandswordbooks.bsky.social #death #burial #burialground #graveyards #cemeteries #churchyards #archaeology #archaeologist #dark #victorian #gothic #symbolism 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…
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Big shout out to the delightful Fran Flett Hollinrake for sending me a piccy of my BBC History Mag review, last night. I had no idea it had been published. Thanks Fran! 😀👍💀 #death #burial #deathhistory #graveyards #cemeteries #burialgrounds
