Dr Jo Edwards
@joedwards.bsky.social
18th c. social networks, abolition and history of education | Trustee Hannah More Trust hannahmoreletters.org | President NDLHS | Chair of Trustees Nailsea Tithe Barn | Continuing Education Tutor and examiner.
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Catching an Uber, #Bridgerton style? This remarkable 1783 pocket #map of #London, in the collection of @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, shows the Hackney Coach fare between key destinations in the city. A great guide to getting around - and avoiding getting ripped off! More info in AltText.
February 2, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Catching an Uber, #Bridgerton style? This remarkable 1783 pocket #map of #London, in the collection of @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, shows the Hackney Coach fare between key destinations in the city. A great guide to getting around - and avoiding getting ripped off! More info in AltText.
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OTD (281 years ago): Hannah More (1745-1833) born this day.
Poems are included in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive:
https://www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/authors/pers00274.shtml
#c18th #poetry #DH #18thCentury #OnThisDay #OTD
Poems are included in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive:
https://www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/authors/pers00274.shtml
#c18th #poetry #DH #18thCentury #OnThisDay #OTD
February 2, 2026 at 3:01 PM
OTD (281 years ago): Hannah More (1745-1833) born this day.
Poems are included in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive:
https://www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/authors/pers00274.shtml
#c18th #poetry #DH #18thCentury #OnThisDay #OTD
Poems are included in the #EighteenthCenturyPoetryArchive:
https://www.eighteenthcenturypoetry.org/authors/pers00274.shtml
#c18th #poetry #DH #18thCentury #OnThisDay #OTD
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Save the date! Being Human Festival 2026 will take place from 5 to 14 November across the UK. More information coming in early February about how to get involved!
#BeingHumanFestival
#BeingHumanFestival
January 27, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Save the date! Being Human Festival 2026 will take place from 5 to 14 November across the UK. More information coming in early February about how to get involved!
#BeingHumanFestival
#BeingHumanFestival
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I posted about this when it was for sale in 2023. Back on the market at Spink, London (est. £10,000-12,000), a silver pass that entitles the holder to free entry to any performance at the Theatre Royal, King Street, Bristol, which the theatre continues to honour (more in the alt) #c18th #c18 #18thc
January 26, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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Happy 50th birthday, HWJ! Being a member of the History Workshop collective has shaped the kind of historian I am (& want to be). I'm so proud to have helped edit this 100th issue of History Workshop Journal, which includes reflections on History Workshop for these turbulent times; on HW's past;...
The new issue of History Workshop Journal is out: issue 100, marking 50 years of the journal's existence. It's more necessary than ever.
academic.oup.com/hwj/issue/10...
academic.oup.com/hwj/issue/10...
January 26, 2026 at 10:39 AM
Happy 50th birthday, HWJ! Being a member of the History Workshop collective has shaped the kind of historian I am (& want to be). I'm so proud to have helped edit this 100th issue of History Workshop Journal, which includes reflections on History Workshop for these turbulent times; on HW's past;...
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Hannah More was an important #NorthSomerset, #Wrington resident. She was a famous writer, poet, a Bristolian social reformer and slavery abolitionist.
Hannah More founded over 9 schools which helped to bring education to all in society.
Hannah More founded over 9 schools which helped to bring education to all in society.
January 25, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Hannah More was an important #NorthSomerset, #Wrington resident. She was a famous writer, poet, a Bristolian social reformer and slavery abolitionist.
Hannah More founded over 9 schools which helped to bring education to all in society.
Hannah More founded over 9 schools which helped to bring education to all in society.
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The 1832 Reform Act marked a pivotal moment in the extension of the franchise, but who was able to vote?
@martinspychal.bsky.social explores topic, which may not be as straightforward as you think.
@martinspychal.bsky.social explores topic, which may not be as straightforward as you think.
How many people could vote in the UK after the 1832 Reform Act? - The History of Parliament
Dr Martin Spychal examines how many people could vote in the UK after the 1832 Reform Act.
historyofparliament.com
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 AM
The 1832 Reform Act marked a pivotal moment in the extension of the franchise, but who was able to vote?
@martinspychal.bsky.social explores topic, which may not be as straightforward as you think.
@martinspychal.bsky.social explores topic, which may not be as straightforward as you think.
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Amazing to see this on the BBC news all about the work we’ve been doing on Hannah More’s letters. We had a wonderful day launching our new website yesterday. Huzzah @hannahmore.bsky.social and huge congrats to the indefatigable Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull
January 18, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Amazing to see this on the BBC news all about the work we’ve been doing on Hannah More’s letters. We had a wonderful day launching our new website yesterday. Huzzah @hannahmore.bsky.social and huge congrats to the indefatigable Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull
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Pleased to see teachers signing up for our event to support their own engagement with scholarship AND schools signing up to bring KS5 students for a taste of university life and A Level enrichment. BOOKINGS OPEN NOW. @uonsoe.bsky.social @uonhumanities.bsky.social
#historyteacher #HistoryEducation
#historyteacher #HistoryEducation
Excited to announce our next @uonsoe.bsky.social #historyteacher #SIG in collaboration with @uonhumanities.bsky.social and @histassoc.bsky.social Nottingham History Teacher Network. This time we are inviting #EastMids #KS5 #ALevel students too!
#Geographyteacher s also welcome.
#Geographyteacher s also welcome.
January 23, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Pleased to see teachers signing up for our event to support their own engagement with scholarship AND schools signing up to bring KS5 students for a taste of university life and A Level enrichment. BOOKINGS OPEN NOW. @uonsoe.bsky.social @uonhumanities.bsky.social
#historyteacher #HistoryEducation
#historyteacher #HistoryEducation
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My area! History of Emotions is such a fruitful area for historical enquiry + one which really engages people. In an age where we are grappling to understand people, identity and relationships, I would highly recommend this online session on 26th April www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...
Researching the History of Emotions
www.history.ac.uk
January 18, 2026 at 9:46 PM
My area! History of Emotions is such a fruitful area for historical enquiry + one which really engages people. In an age where we are grappling to understand people, identity and relationships, I would highly recommend this online session on 26th April www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...
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Very much enjoyed the launch of the fantastic Collected Letters of Hannah More, which took place at More’s former residence (Barley Wood) near Bristol this afternoon. Thank you @joedwards.bsky.social and Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull for inviting me! Exciting update on my involvement in the project soon
January 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Very much enjoyed the launch of the fantastic Collected Letters of Hannah More, which took place at More’s former residence (Barley Wood) near Bristol this afternoon. Thank you @joedwards.bsky.social and Dr Ben Wilkinson-Turnbull for inviting me! Exciting update on my involvement in the project soon
Thank you @sadikal-hassanmp.bsky.social for supporting heritage and history in North Somerset - we were so delighted you came to the @hannahmore.bsky.social launch today at Barley Wood, Wrington.
January 17, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Thank you @sadikal-hassanmp.bsky.social for supporting heritage and history in North Somerset - we were so delighted you came to the @hannahmore.bsky.social launch today at Barley Wood, Wrington.
Very excited to be with the Hannah More Trust launching @hannahmore.bsky.social today at Barley Wood, Wrington. A great crowd of local partners, local history society members and academics here to share our interest in all things More, and particular our shiny new website.
January 17, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Very excited to be with the Hannah More Trust launching @hannahmore.bsky.social today at Barley Wood, Wrington. A great crowd of local partners, local history society members and academics here to share our interest in all things More, and particular our shiny new website.
Thoroughly enjoyed #BSECS2026, especially our round table on the digital edition, and getting to play the Hannah More game! Also a fantastic panel on miniatures from Prof Christoph Heyl which has given me lots of teaching ideas. Thank you @bsecs.bsky.social for making me very welcome.
January 13, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Thoroughly enjoyed #BSECS2026, especially our round table on the digital edition, and getting to play the Hannah More game! Also a fantastic panel on miniatures from Prof Christoph Heyl which has given me lots of teaching ideas. Thank you @bsecs.bsky.social for making me very welcome.
BSECS bound! Pray to the train gods to be kind as it’s currently all going slightly askew.
January 6, 2026 at 3:26 PM
BSECS bound! Pray to the train gods to be kind as it’s currently all going slightly askew.
Found the Hannah More inscription on the memorial for Mrs Fortune Little, at St Mary Redcliffe (second time of looking!) It’s in St John’s Chapel beneath the spire. Beautiful church, lovely staff and volunteers, super chilly inside!
December 20, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Found the Hannah More inscription on the memorial for Mrs Fortune Little, at St Mary Redcliffe (second time of looking!) It’s in St John’s Chapel beneath the spire. Beautiful church, lovely staff and volunteers, super chilly inside!
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I'd also like to remind people that for @oxlifelonglearning.bsky.social I am teaching a new LIVE course from April on medieval chivalry! You get a live hour of teaching with me per week but also tons of online contact and resources. lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk/courses/medi...
Medieval Chivalry
Chivalry was more than medieval knights in shining armour jousting for the love of fair ladies. This course explores how chivalric values profoundly shaped political, literary and artistic cultures fr...
lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk
December 5, 2025 at 3:08 PM
I'd also like to remind people that for @oxlifelonglearning.bsky.social I am teaching a new LIVE course from April on medieval chivalry! You get a live hour of teaching with me per week but also tons of online contact and resources. lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk/courses/medi...
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Only a few days until registration closes: Nov 30th #18c #BSECS2026 Make sure you get registered. When it is closed, it is closed!
DON'T FORGET to register for #BSECS2026 @pembrokeoxford.bsky.social, 7-9 January 2026.
Early bird rates apply until tomorrow (Saturday 15 November 2025)
#skystorians #18thC 🗃️
www.bsecs.org.uk/conferences/...
Early bird rates apply until tomorrow (Saturday 15 November 2025)
#skystorians #18thC 🗃️
www.bsecs.org.uk/conferences/...
BSECS Conference Registration
Registration for the BSECS Annual Conference is now open. Please use the form below to register for the conference.
www.bsecs.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Only a few days until registration closes: Nov 30th #18c #BSECS2026 Make sure you get registered. When it is closed, it is closed!
Beautiful morning at Nailsea Tithe Barn, teaching about schooling through time and Hannah More’s schools with year 3 students ☀️.
November 17, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Beautiful morning at Nailsea Tithe Barn, teaching about schooling through time and Hannah More’s schools with year 3 students ☀️.
Thank you to @olliejakes.bsky.social for fielding questions for us on 18th c theatre on the @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory History Walk’ as part of @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @engagebristol.bsky.social. Thanks Ollie!
November 15, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Thank you to @olliejakes.bsky.social for fielding questions for us on 18th c theatre on the @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory History Walk’ as part of @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @engagebristol.bsky.social. Thanks Ollie!
Margot, Head of Public Engagement for @hannahmore.bsky.social @engagebristol.bsky.social enjoying @beinghumanfest.bsky.social
November 15, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Margot, Head of Public Engagement for @hannahmore.bsky.social @engagebristol.bsky.social enjoying @beinghumanfest.bsky.social
A slightly soggy start to today’s @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory Walking Tour’ of significant Bristol women writers, but an enthusiastic audience! @engagebristol.bsky.social
November 15, 2025 at 11:29 AM
A slightly soggy start to today’s @beinghumanfest.bsky.social @hannahmore.bsky.social ‘Herstory Walking Tour’ of significant Bristol women writers, but an enthusiastic audience! @engagebristol.bsky.social
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Hello Bluesky! My name is Oliver, I’m an English DPhil student at University of Oxford. I work on 18th century theatre, particularly dramatic representations of debt. I am also a writer for National Geographic and The American Library Project. Please reach out if you’d like to connect!
November 15, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Hello Bluesky! My name is Oliver, I’m an English DPhil student at University of Oxford. I work on 18th century theatre, particularly dramatic representations of debt. I am also a writer for National Geographic and The American Library Project. Please reach out if you’d like to connect!
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Thought for the day:
On Bluesky, it's "nice" to "Like", but it's (more) effective to Repost. Be effective. (You can also be nice).
On Bluesky, it's "nice" to "Like", but it's (more) effective to Repost. Be effective. (You can also be nice).
November 10, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Thought for the day:
On Bluesky, it's "nice" to "Like", but it's (more) effective to Repost. Be effective. (You can also be nice).
On Bluesky, it's "nice" to "Like", but it's (more) effective to Repost. Be effective. (You can also be nice).