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In 1946 Hollywood made a highly fictionalised film, ‘Devotion ‘, about the Bronte family. In it a lovely poem by Branwell was quoted : “ Amid the world’s wide din around I hear from far a solemn sound That says, ‘Remember me ‘. And solemn as a funeral knell I hear that soft voice known so well Cry, ‘Oh, remember me ‘. “ If Branwell walked into The Black Bull today I’m sure he would be very moved to know that we DO remember him 💔. Thank you so much for this ❣️.

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

What a lovely poem, thanks Christina, and thanks for commenting. Tez.

@megenberg8

Жыл бұрын

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@ChloeLouiseTheRonnieRepublic

9 ай бұрын

This poem should be on the wall remembering Bramwell.

@terencebennison6275

8 ай бұрын

It seems that Branwell couldn't live up to his family's expectations of him. Cocooned in that house his early years must have left him with the thought that he could conquer the world, however reality soon told him he wasn't as brilliant as he thought. From then on he lost the will to work hard and gave himself over to drink and opium. The reality of what he had become dismayed and distressed his family and he ended up a rather pathetic man and death was his escape from a very sad life. I watched 'to walk invisible ' I agree it was brilliant, particularly Chloe Pirrie in the role of Emily Bronte.

My mother told me that her great, great, great grandfather (not sure whether it’s 3 or 4 “greats”) was the landlord at the Black Bull at that time and he drank himself to death with Branwell. I visited Haworth, with her, a few years ago. We walked past the pub but didn’t go in. It’s fascinating to see it inside. Thank you.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Wow that’s quite an amazing story! Thanks for sharing 😊. Tez

@JoButterwick

9 ай бұрын

@@verynearlyinteresting You’re welcome. I’ve just checked and it’s 3 x great for my mother and 4 for me. His name was Enoch Thomas. He was six years older than Brandon and died the same year that he did. From what you were saying it sounds like there could’ve been a bit more than alcohol involved. It was lovely to hear him mentioned in the video - although being a bad influence on Brandon is not the best reputation! 😂 Thanks anyway

@Max-wv5gh

4 ай бұрын

@@JoButterwick my grandad told me the same story about enoch, so were related aha

@Max-wv5gh

4 ай бұрын

@@JoButterwick my grandad told me Enoch was also mentioned in one of the sisters books referring to him as the "devils thumbs"

@JoButterwick

4 ай бұрын

@@Max-wv5gh Hi Max. That's so cool! Welcome to the family! Thanks for the info - I didn't realise that Enoch was in one of the books. We're almost famous!

I agree about the pub...the potential atmosphere this pub could create is totally missing! I love "To Walk Invisible" ❤

🎶Here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson…🎶

Excellent work on this. More Literary Tours, please.

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

Thank you … and hopefully I will do! Tez

You should do a video on their father, Patrick, he was very intelligent & interesting too & had a part in getting reservoirs built in the area to being clean water to his parishioners. I think he is often forgotten about too, the man that fathered the Bronte’s.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Hi Susan. That’s a really good idea!!! Tez

@user-bd3cy2xk6y

5 ай бұрын

And educated his daughters along with Branwell. They later went on to an academy in Brussels.

I have a theory about Branwell. Every tumultuous event you describe from Branwell’s life describes a person suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder. If you look up the Wikipedia page for this disorder, there is a section listing famous fictional characters who display clear signs of the disorder. Catherine Earnshaw from Wuthering Heights tops this list. Borderline Personality Disorder was only officially recognised/classified as a disorder in 1980, so Emily could not have simply researched the illness in an encyclopaedia or journal to obtain material for Wuthering Heights. For Emily to so accurately describe this disorder (in her creation of the Wuthering Heights character, “Cathy”) 130 years before the disorder’s classification, I believe she was astutely observing the (BPD) behaviours she found in her brother, Branwell. Just a theory.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Wow!!! Thank you so much for this, a very well argued point indeed. Tez

Given how hard life was for the girls I've always resented Branwell wasting money on drinking himself to death. So was very interesting to learn the landlord plied him with free booze in exchange for entertainment. Ty for another great video 😊

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Sapphire, that’s very nice of you to say. This was my first ever video … bit nervous. Tez

@mariagordanier3404

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, agree with you! Selfish. Seems his descent and death was particularly hard on Emily.

@toniblackmore3016

7 ай бұрын

Yep. Studied the Brontes at uni, and thinking of those three frail wisps of girls giving up their food for the brother who was considered the talent of the family still, decades later, evokes strong feelings.

@edgregory1

2 ай бұрын

I sympathize with Branwell. Intellectuals are not coarse and resilient creatures. Being the only boy among such talented sisters was another burden. Free will is an illusion. He was subject to circumstance as we all are. Wish I'd known him.

Thank you for this. I have visited Haworth a few times and it's one of my favourite places. I know what you mean about the pub, it's nice but needs a few tweaks imo. Yes, I agree that 'To Walk Invisible' is an amazing production and I think a fairly accurate representation of the family, the times and the stress and despair of the family. They lost their mother, siblings, and life could be tough. In Branwell' s case, add mh issues, heartbreak and addiction to the mix and it's even tougher. I find Branwell to be the most interesting of the four, and am drawn to him the most. When I visited Haworth about 5 years ago I was going through a horrendous time in my life. I drew huge comfort and insight from my visit to the Parsonage and The Black Bull. I felt a huge weight come off my shoulders and realised ' yes, somebody else felt how I feel ' ; suffering is universal and timeless. I think if Branwell came back today he'd be rather amazed and fascinated. He'd want to discover and discuss everything he saw. I wish he knew how much he had actually achieved and that he is remembered. I adore his poetry, in my opinion it's the sort of stuff that touches the soul. Thanks again for the video. I live in France now but you've encouraged me to plan another visit to Haworth.

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your lovely comment Teresa 😊

@ChloeLouiseTheRonnieRepublic

9 ай бұрын

Beautiful and thank you.

Brandon also provided the basis for the character of Arthur Huntingdon, in The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, with his descent into alcoholism.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Very good point!

I love this! I am American and ended up visiting Haworth on a month long trip kinda by happenstance. Ended up becoming obsessed with the Brontes because of it. Went to all the Hot spots. I love the film To Walk Invisible.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Hi Alexandra, I love it too! One of my favourite films! Thank you so much for watching. Have a look too at my recent video about a possible photograph of the brontes, I think you’ll like that one. Tez 😊

@alexandracash8106

9 ай бұрын

Yes, just watched that video first! That one popped up in my feed and it's how I found you! Well done.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

@@alexandracash8106 Ahhh ok!!! I notice you’ve done a video from your England trip … I’ll watch it later! Tez

Just found your wonderful channel this Saturday evening. Spent a lovely and entertaining evening watching your videos. What a gifted storyteller you are!

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

What a lovely comment to wake up to!!! Thank you so much. Tez

Thanks to you, I'll be visiting the Black Bull this year in October. Thanks also for your retelling of Branwell's story which sadly goes unnoticed by most considering his siblings success. Cheers and good luck for the future.

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, Matt. I hope you enjoy your trip in October.

Just want to say that, from what I've read, this is a very accurate and definitely interesting exploration of Branwell Bronte and his life. Thank you.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Oh thanks Curt! Tez

I'm new to your channel and love dedication to history and your thoughts on topics. Thank you for your time & effort in making history come alive

@verynearlyinteresting

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Michelle, that’s lovely of you to say so. Tez

Family lore has it that my great, great, grand father used to own mills near Haworth. A regular visitor was the Rev. Patrick Bronte. The servants were instructed that when they saw the good Reverend coming across the moor to visit, they were to virtually empty all the whiskey, port decanters etc because the Reverend wouldn't leave until they were completely empty. So the story goes......

Myself and a Freind visited Haworth in 2018. We stayed in a pub at the top of the street, called the White Lion. We went in the Black bull and the couple other pubs further down the hill. Its a quinte village. You can see it all in a day no probs. Visted the Parsonage. The grave yard is fascinating. It was good to walk in the footsteps of the Brontes. I could picture them struggling up the bank like we did.😏

your channel is really very A+ and we Americans love the English! 👍

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

What a lovely thing to say, thank you so much. Tez.

Yes, it’s improved immensely 😊I’m going to drop in and toast both of you. Thanks🙏🏻😌From a lovelorn Yorkshire lass💚

@verynearlyinteresting

2 ай бұрын

Hi Gaynor!! I’ve only just seen this comment🙈

@gaynorbrook837

2 ай бұрын

@@verynearlyinteresting 😂No probs VNI👍

Really enjoying your content , i visit Haworth a few times a year , i think its my favourite place ever , did a ghost hunt last year and there was quite a bit of info on Branwell , i was suprised how near the parsonage is to the pub , like literally on his doorstep 😳😊

Sad about Branwell really. I read that he became a believer in his last hours. When his father prayed at his request, he then said Amen at the end of the prayer, previously not a believer

@verynearlyinteresting

3 ай бұрын

I didn’t know that about Branwell!

My fascination is with Branwell too, I'll be having a pint in the Black Bull for the first time on Tuesday. I'm gonna be there for a week . Thanks for the video, buddy. 😀

@verynearlyinteresting

11 ай бұрын

Oh that’s brilliant! I’m jealous … have a pint for me too 😊

@OwenAbc

11 ай бұрын

I'm actually sitting in the same spot as you in this video now. They have a new landlord who's just taken it on last week, showed him your video amd he wants to correct the inaccurate information on the sign now, all because of your video, he's mentioned wanting to really turn the pub into a Branwell experience and push it more as a place to visit. Let's see hay. Feels so magical sat here, mate. Thank you for your video, I'll have a pint for you. Landlord actually bought me a pint and a double whisky for showing him your video 😊

@verynearlyinteresting

11 ай бұрын

@@OwenAbc Hi Owen!!! How nice of you to remember me when you’ve gone in there!!! You’ve honestly made my evening- how brilliant! (I wonder if the fires lit🤣.) Wow regarding talking to the new landlord about the sign - but quite a few have mentioned it but nothing was done. If you get that fixed I’m going to have to go up there and do a special video aren’t I?? Thank you again so much for texting … means a lot. Enjoy your pint and given that I’m not there I’ll let you drink mine. Tez

@verynearlyinteresting

11 ай бұрын

@@OwenAbc I’m so pleased you got some free drinks from the video!!! Ace 😆

@verynearlyinteresting

11 ай бұрын

Tell the landlord that if he’s serious about changing it we can ask Anne Dinsdale (head curator at the parsonage) to write the wording. She’d love that … and I would def make a video!!

A nice little interesting chat thank you Tez. By the way I love Beethoven's Symphony No5.

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Thank you John (and yes me too!) Tez 😊

I really enjoyed this video.

Interesting but i have never realised just how intrusive Beethoven's vth can be !

Lololol! That was so darn funny!

The sisters died from TB which was rampant in those days. You are quite amusing about Branwell.

@swymaj02

9 ай бұрын

Charlotte did childbirth

@carmellarkin4803

8 ай бұрын

Charlotte died of hyperemesis. Extreme morning sickness.

11:35 In one of Charlotte's letters, I can't remember which one at the moment, she said she was that Branwell died not knowing his sisters wrote these novels.

@verynearlyinteresting

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the info. It’s probably best that he didn’t know I suppose. ☹️. Tez 😊

Great story, liking your channel and subbed, did you ask the Lodge if he was assigned secretary posthumously(memorial)?

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Nate. I did ask that question once on a Facebook Bronte group … the overwhelming answer was that no, nothing was done posthumously. I really appreciate you liking and subscribing, Tez.

This makes me think of Byron. And how they were different people who had troubled lives. But Byron was more of a predator because he was richer. But both had a doomed fate.

Great place Haworth, been many times ...

I agree about the pub, i never realised until i read "profligate son" about the importance of it to the bronte story

@verynearlyinteresting

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Margaret 😊

very interesting. If the music wasn't there, It would be like having a chinwag with you. Agree about the pub being too modern. Pubs in Britain all look the same these days, Does it have the horrid blackboards with food specials on ? I loved the Royal Standard of England near Beaconsfield. It lays claim to being one of the oldest in Britain / England. I wonder if that still has the same character,.

@verynearlyinteresting

2 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry I missed this comment! Yes you’re right about English pubs, they can be over modernised and all end up looking the same! I think it does have the blackboards 😆. Thank you so much for your comment, Tez

nicely done as England continues to impress. young men do fair better with guidance in early life. they require friendship and must be starting in earnest to begin preparation for work in some capacity (in whatever field is available and would best suit them). apprenticeships, for example, are a certain boon to most any young sir. and that would apply to young men everywhere living in any period. one can do so much with a bit of knowledge or skill, even if of the more humble kind. after all, we can't all of us be hedge fund investors or great authors! ☺ h'ya!

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for that great comment … you make a strong point, you’ve nailed it. I really appreciate you watching, Tez.

If you want old and authentic, there is a tiny pub in Keswick that you will love. I can't remember what it's called though but I know it's not too far from the park.

I’ve always felt sorry for Branwell. His life was sad. I’ve got so many books on the family I feel related to them 😁 the pub has changed inside since I last visited and I did sit on his favourite chair(it could have been the replica) but it felt special. I liked your video but i have a complaint...sorry but Beethoven in the background was very annoying while listening to you talking...other than that great! 👍

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

Hi Sandra. There’s now a sign on the chair warning people not to sit on it (or otherwise I would have sat on it too!!). I feel sorry for him too … lots of pressure on those shoulders. Sorry about the music … I can get a bit carried away at times 😬🙄. Tez

@IreneJah

9 ай бұрын

@@verynearlyinteresting Yes, Branwell had a very sad and unhappy life which led to drink and drugs. Unlike today he never had professional support for his addictions. As his friend Leyland wrote about him Branwell was more sinned against than sinner. Poor, brilliant man.

@sandradring6265

9 ай бұрын

@@verynearlyinteresting 😃 it was lovely music though...I’ll forgive you 😉👍 shame about the notice on the chair. I was very lucky . Yes you have to feel for him, all those sisters 😬

You look quite warm in the Black Bull: lucky they hadn't lit the fire, as you suggested.

I think I remember reading that plaque when I was in Haworth last, because it was so ridiculously inaccurate I thought everything it said must have been a lie and dismissed any connection it might have had to Branwell. I wouldn't be surprised if that plaque is a contributing factor to why tourists who are into the Brontë's do not visit the pub.

@verynearlyinteresting

21 күн бұрын

I think that too … it must put some people off. I tell anyone in that pub who will care to listen but they never do anything about it 🙄. Thanks for watching and commenting, hope you enjoyed it. Tez

Plaque should probably read 1833, when BB would have been 16? An impressionable young man introduced to freemasonry and booze by, was it, John Brown? Just wondering out loud. Fascinating. Many thanks.

@verynearlyinteresting

8 ай бұрын

Very good point! I think you’re probably right! Tez

Have you considered Branwell was made an honorary secretary of the Freemasons lodge posthumously for his contribution to local history

people always make such a big deal about branwell's drinking. Most single young men drink and that was even more the case in the 1840s. Did he really drink himself to death? None of the girls drank and none of them made old bones, nor did the mother.

@verynearlyinteresting

2 ай бұрын

Very good point! Tez

I always found the theory in "Cold Comfort Farm" that Branwell was the real author of all the novels, and that he pretended to be a drunk to somehow cover up for his sisters stealing his work. But the whole point of the theory was Branwell was the real genius of the Bronte family! I would love to hear more about the father, as he seems a good person and the sadness of losing his sisters and knowing he was a disappointment and disgrace to his family.

@johnjames-glover4630

8 ай бұрын

If you believe he was the real author, why would he not them published in his own name?

Branwells probably rotating in his grave at the wording of that plaque, and if he walked into the Black Bull today he'd probably tear the landlord a new one...

I always felt (without empirical or anecdotal justification, I admit) that Branwell's main pressure was growing up as the only young male in a house of four women (six originally.) You did allude to that, though, obliquely. But you did omit to mention the earlier accusation of false accounting and theft. And Lydia Robinson did claim that the 'affair' was all a product of Branwell's fantasy. We'll never know, will we?

That sign has definitely been lost in translation. I guess the birth/death dates would be fine if done in brackets after his name, indicating his life span rather than implying that’s when he was drinking there! As for the Freemason date, is that a “typo”? Should it be 1838 instead of 1883? Or was it a symbolic posthumous appointment many years later?

@verynearlyinteresting

7 ай бұрын

I think you're right - it's a typo. Should have been 1838 :)

NICE PUB MAYBEE IT WAS POST HIS DEATH..sometimes happens

@verynearlyinteresting

Жыл бұрын

It’s a great pub … well worth a visit. Tez

I think those from the past would have a much easier time adapting to modern times than vice versa. no wifi??? no thanks. :D

@verynearlyinteresting

8 ай бұрын

Oh I could do without Wi-Fi. Stick me in the black bull circa 1840 with a Victorian newspaper, a pint of bitter and a gin chaser and I’d be perfectly happy 😆

@edgregory1

2 ай бұрын

They would find contemporary culture utterly sickening. Wifi? Really?

Who is this dude doing the narrating?

The ladies also might've wanted to keep any success they had hidden from Branwell for fear he would squander the money on booze and drugs. Some things never change. :)

@verynearlyinteresting

8 ай бұрын

Yes I’m sure that’s one of the reasons why they kept it under wraps!! Tez

Background music is misplaced and the presenter as far too keen on messing with the camera pointed at himself. Various gestures and pauses are meant to make us think that he is somehow wise but fails and is ridiculous. Some of his features are a lot better so worth a look.

@OwenAbc

11 ай бұрын

What a bizarre comment, as someone who works in the media, film predominantly, I think this video is excellent. My nan used to say, if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all...

@verynearlyinteresting

10 ай бұрын

Thank you Owen. Tez

@verynearlyinteresting

10 ай бұрын

A balanced criticism. It was my first time in front of a camera so I suppose you have to start somewhere 🙄. Tez

@goldstraw360

9 ай бұрын

@@verynearlyinteresting I enjoy your videos a lot but I did find the background music here too loud against your voice and I think it was a bit overused as well. It became something of a distraction in a (very nearly) interesting video. Btw do I detect the dulcet tones of a fellow Stokie? 😂

@verynearlyinteresting

9 ай бұрын

@@goldstraw360 Yes I do get the odd comment about the music … 😬. And yes I am a fellow Stokie!!! Thank you for your nice comment and sorry about the music. Tez 😊