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Unearthing Somerset’s Enchanting Folklore

Saturday, April 19, 2025 somerset folklore fantasy history mythic legends lgbtq+ landscapes mythology tharion cycle

Somerset’s mystical allure has spawned a new fantasy series by local musician and storyteller, Alexander Paul Burton. The first installment, The Hollow Vale: Act I of The Tharion Cycle, draws from the county’s landscapes, history, and folklore. Set in a reimagination of Somerset during the decline of Roman Britain, the tale weaves a lyrical and mythical narrative deeply rooted in memory, silence, and queer identity. Inspired by Somerset’s rich history and legends, Aqua Sularia mirrors the sacred Roman city of Bath.