In which the cat explores the relevance of the 'authentic' in folklore and its ethics, introducing the concept of 'forced knowledge' to discuss the challenges of authenticity, and how this may be reconciled with opportunities to foster more healing and compassion between communities. The life and death of one, Joan Wytte The practice of modern … Continue reading Folklore Ethics and Authenticity: The Curious Case of Joan Wytte, the Fighting Fairy Woman of Bodmin
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Folklore in Museums: Lessons in Community and Collaboration from the Gwithti An Pystri
In which the cat provides an update on their last visit to the Gwithti An Pystri museum, highlighting how the curator's availability to add extra information to their exhibit can be deeply reflective of best practice in the sector. "This is a Portuguese house, for sure" Last year in early September, I visited the Gwithti … Continue reading Folklore in Museums: Lessons in Community and Collaboration from the Gwithti An Pystri
For The Rest Of Us, There Is Only Chaos: A Writing Prompt Tale From #OfDarkAndMacabre
Hello, friends! If you used to follow us on Twitter, you will probably recall that we often interacted with other accounts, such as Of Dark And Macabre (now @DarkArtsLore on Instagram) — and their writing prompt game called #PictureWantsAStory. From January until May, Superstition Sam wrote a mini tale of superstition, according to the image … Continue reading For The Rest Of Us, There Is Only Chaos: A Writing Prompt Tale From #OfDarkAndMacabre
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