Tag Archives: Devon

Kitty Jay

Posted on July 14, 2018 by brushedwithmystery

I have visited the grave at least once before on Dartmoor.  You could easily miss it; save for a flash of colour at the side of the road and the elevated earth and stone that marks the resting place.  The … Continue reading →

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The ‘Wicked Bible’ of Robert Barker

Posted on June 1, 2013 by brushedwithmystery

Adultery has been the seventh sin in the Ten Commandments for two thousand years- except for 1631.  In that year the King James Bible was published in London which stated, “thou shalt commit adultery.” Needless to say King Charles I … Continue reading →

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