Sharon Brookshaw
Hello! I graduated with a BSc in archaeology from Durham University in 2000, and then followed this up with postgraduate studies (MA and PhD) in museum and heritage studies at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne (2002 and 2006 respectively). I have worked in museums, heritage organisations and universities, and much of my writing in based on these experiences: archaeology, history, heritage and education being my main themes and areas of expertise.
I have written for a range of publications, including reviews for websites and articles for professional journals, academic journals and general interest magazines. I have also acted as an academic referee for the Cambridge Archaeological Journal. Please visit my website for a list of my published works.
I am a member of the UK's Association of Freelance Writers.
Latest Articles
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Y Ddraig Goch: The Red Dragon Flag of Wales
How did Wales come to have such a distinctive flag?
Jan 8, 2012
- Sharon Brookshaw
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Children in Ancient Roman Society
How were children seen and treated in the Ancient Roman world?
Dec 4, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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Prehistoric Children: How We Can See What Stone Age Kids Did
Prehistoric children aren't often mentioned in archaeological interpretation. What evidence is there for these kids and what they did?
Nov 7, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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How Do Archaeologists Know Where to Dig?
Have you ever wondered how archaeologists find new sites to excavate and explore?
Nov 6, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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Alfred the Great: Anglo Saxon King of Wessex
The only English King to be called "the Great", Alfred of Wessex became the man to unite England against the Vikings.
Oct 23, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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Philippe Ariès' Centuries of Childhood: Discussion and Critique
While Centuries of Childhood is the most famous book on the history of childhood, it is also the most criticised.
Oct 21, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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The Child and Childhood in Anglo Saxon England
Was there a concept of childhood in Anglo Saxon England? Did Early Medieval parents see their children as being different from adults?
Oct 15, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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The Fairy in Welsh Mythology and Folklore
There are many myths and folk tales in Wales about the fairy - what is the Welsh fairy like and where might they have been found?
Oct 12, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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The Open Air Museum in England
What living museums are there to visit in England and what is their history and importance?
Oct 3, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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What are the Symptoms of Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea (or sleep apnea) is a sleep disorder that can have serious health impacts if not diagnosed. Learn how to spot the symptoms of it.
Sep 24, 2011
- Sharon Brookshaw
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