Dr. Beth Dahlstrom

PhD in Victorian Lit from Lancaster University. Academic proofreader. Bi. Feminist. Ally. All opinions expressed here are my own.

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

@LouisaGregson Depends what kind of story you’re after, I have a story about overcoming a traumatic cancer journey to get my PhD (short version featured in Lancaster Guardian but would love to have it expanded).

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

@theversionHQ Do couples count or just families with children?

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Ready to stretch my creative wings and see what I can come up with! First time participating and I’m psyched! ✨ #500wordchallenge2025

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

The Punch and Judy show at #BAVS2025 was certainly a fantastic highlight today! @BAVS_UK thank you for bringing this amazing production to us!

[Flower Show @TheFlowerShow]

Did you know flowers can tell time? 🌼🕰️

In the 1700s, botanist Carl Linnaeus dreamed up a “flower clock” made of plants that open and close at specific hours of the day. 🌸💡

Imagine a garden where blooms unfold like clock hands—dandelions at 8 a.m., goat’s beard by noon, and evening primrose at dusk. Nature’s own gentle timekeeper. ⏳🌿

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

I’ve missed this view.

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Hey, Victorianists! Did you know that you can see some Victorian ambrotypes and tintypes for free at the Bod at Weston in Oxford? How cool! Also on display are some leaves of Shakespeare’s First Folio and a Gutenberg Bible! I feel absolutely spoiled at #BAVS2025 already!

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

@Emily__Vincent @BAVS_UK @MEDEP_CHANSE @EUCHANSE I can’t wait to hear more about this!

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Excited to be back in Oxford, this time for #BAVS2025. Not presenting this time, which means I can spend more time enjoying the plethora of interesting presentations! 🥰 And I’m staying in the prettiest building (Rhodes House)!

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Ready for #RSVP2025 this morning! Can’t wait to present later this afternoon on Linda Gardiner’s periodical publications on behalf of the RSPB 🥰 #VoicesVisions

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Pleased as punch (pun intended) that I’ve been accepted to present on Sambourne’s bird-related Designs After Nature at the British Library in November 😍

[PUNCH Cartoons @PunchCartoons]

1870 - Fantasy fashions for the seaside. Cartoon by Edward Linley Sambourne, Punch magazine.
#fashion #art

[V&A @V_and_A]

These vibrant tiles, designed by William De Morgan and painted with a William Morris pattern, were made in 1877 for a grand estate. Forgotten in a cupboard, they were rediscovered in 1928, perfectly preserved. A rare glimpse of Arts & Crafts brilliance.

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Completely unlike myself, I'm starting my presentation slides for #RSVP2025 #VoicesVisions 20 days before the conference, as opposed to doing it on the flight there 😂

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Counting down the days to #RSVP2025 #VoicesVisions. Are you attending? I'd love to connect!

[VPFA @VPFA1]

Don’t forget! Our first (free!) members-only writing retreat is on 21 June, 10am–3pm (UK).
Whether you're drafting a paper, editing a book, or just need focused time—you're welcome!
Structured blocks, breaks & reflection included. Check your email to register!

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

At panel 1.4 of #BSLS2025 and thinking about these really thought-provoking questions. Also adding, how can universities tackle racism?

[Dr. Beth Dahlstrom @cryingtheoretic]

Officially a PhD! 🎉