Tabitha Stanmore

About the Author

Tabitha Stanmore is a historian and author specializing in the everyday magic and folk practices of early modern England. With a PhD from the University of Exeter, she explores how ordinary people navigated the boundaries between the supernatural and the mundane in pre-industrial societies. Her research draws on archival records, court documents, and cultural artifacts to illuminate the lives of cunning folk—those who practiced healing, divination, and protective magic for their communities. Stanmore's work challenges traditional narratives of witchcraft by highlighting the practical, often benevolent role of magic in daily life. Passionate about making history accessible, she lectures widely and contributes to public history initiatives, bridging the gap between academic scholarship and popular understanding of the past.