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Rachel Mohan

Rachel Mohan (pronouns she, hers) is a writer based in Southern California. She has lived in a number of other places throughout the country and maintains close ties with family and friends there, especially along the Gulf Coast. She has a degree in Anthropology and a degree in Classical Greek and Latin, with a particular focus on texts ranging from the late Republic into early Empire. Her interests currently include southwestern archaeology with a focus on local archaeological sites in Southern California. She is a Heathen, a single mom, and gardener, and has been a regular volunteer in the community for over a decade. In spare moments she pursues needlework and activism.

Paganism

Cracking Linear A and insights into Minoan culture

By Rachel Mohan | February 18, 2021

New research on the mysterious Linear A script of ancient Greece, may bring researchers one step closer to understanding Minoan culture.

Paganism

Rider Waite Smith Tarot deck [Correction]

By Rachel Mohan | January 27, 2021

TWH looks at the history of the creation of the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck, whose images have now moved into public domain, as well as the nuances of copyright and copyright protection.

Paganism

Archaeologists uncover remains of women accused of witchcraft

By Rachel Mohan | January 19, 2021

Human remains discovered by archaeologists in the market square of Bochnia in Poland are likely those of three women who were accused, convicted, and executed for being “witches” in the 17th century.

Paganism

Inclusivity in the age of Zoom

By Rachel Mohan | January 6, 2021

The shift to online events has offered some unexpected benefits for some Pagans with accessibility challenges.

Paganism

A practitioner of Brujeria is charged with sex trafficking in Las Vegas

By Rachel Mohan | November 25, 2020

Reports of a Las Vegas man allegedly using Brujeria is accused of sex trafficking.