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David Stokes writes: I am trying to take a leaf from Shakespeare’s book: he apparently wrote King Lear whilst in quarantine from the plague. So I am busy writing another historical novel and trying not to cough over the keyboard.
At this stage, I need beta readers (defined as a test reader of an unreleased book who gives feedback to the author from the point of view of an average reader– i.e. not a professional critique). If you like historical novels, and could spare the time in your self-isolation to read three chapters pre-publication, I would be happy to email them over to you – and the rest of the book for free as it is finished (and your name in the credits!). The book is based on the life of Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians and daughter of King Alfred. She was very instrumental in creating a united England in the years after her famous father’s wars against the Vikings. I have tried to base it on the facts as far as we know them, but then we don’t know too much detail about the Anglo-Saxons in the 10th century, so I have tried to make it entertaining as well as educational.
If you would like to read the first three chapters for free (and hopefully make some brief comments in return), then please email me: David Stokes drdrstokes@gmail.com
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Social distancing on Pewley Downs
Gary Young (HTAG Deputy Chairman) writes:
I was out for my once a day walk last night (Thursday 26 March) to Pewley Down, although there are government warnings about not congregating together there were far too many folk out at one time and am not sure everyone was sticking to the 2m distance rule. We all need exercise and we all love Pewley Down, but there are other places to stretch our legs!
Finally, a recipe! (Courtesy of Gary Young)
GOLDEN SINK CARROT, MANGO & CUMIN SOUP
Very easy and delicious! Serves 4
50g (2oz) butter
2 medium onions, finely sliced
1 teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
450g (1lb) carrots sliced
150g (5oz) ripe mango, chopped (or tinned is OK)
150 ml (5fl oz) dry sherry (but any type will do!)
800ml (28 fl oz) water
4 tablespoons double cream
Salt & freshly ground pepper
Method
Melt butter in a pan, add onions, cook gently for around 10 mins.
Add the spices and cook for a further 2 mins
Add carrots, mango & sherry (more if you like!) cook for 5 more mins
Add the water, bring to boil then cover & simmer over a very gentle heat for around 45 mins.
Using a blender, blend until the mixture is nice & smooth.
Return to a gentle heat & add the cream, heat for 3 mins.
Season to taste & enjoy!
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