County Folk Lore; Volume V

County Folk Lore; Volume V
Author: Folklore Society (Great Britain)
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781022087316

For anyone interested in the traditions and customs of rural England, County Folk Lore is an essential read. This fascinating book collects a wide range of stories, legends, and beliefs from across the country, providing a rich portrait of a way of life that has largely vanished from modern society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Yesterday's Country Customs

Yesterday's Country Customs
Author: Henry Buckton
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2012-08-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 0752477374

In England today we enjoy a rich diversity of folk traditions, many of which can trace their beginnings back hundreds of years. They stem from every phase of our antiquity and embody all the peoples who have traditionally enriched our culture. In this book we visit some of the best known examples, including mumming, cheese rolling, tree dressing, rushbearing, beating the bounds, flitch trials and Wassailing, among many other customs, festivals and traditions. Covering all aspects of English folklore and tradition, including myths, legends, traditional song and dance, games, seasonal events and calendar customs, this volume encompasses the history of many of England's best-loved folk traditions.

County Folk Lore; Volume IV

County Folk Lore; Volume IV
Author: Folklore Society (Great Britain)
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781022081291

County Folk Lore is a collection of folk tales and legends from various regions of Great Britain. The book provides a fascinating insight into the customs, beliefs, and superstitions of rural communities in the 19th and early 20th centuries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Folk Lore, Old Customs and Superstitions in Shakespeare Land

Folk Lore, Old Customs and Superstitions in Shakespeare Land
Author: J. Harvey Bloom
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2017-09-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1473340896

This vintage book contains a fascinating treatise on the customs and traditions of England, with information on its folklore, history, and more. From folk rhymes and funeral customs to brewing ale and the occult, this volume contains a wealth if information that will appeal to those with an interest in England and it's people. Contents include: "The Farmer and his Men", "Family Life: Marriage", "Christening and Birth Customs", "Children's Complaints", "Women's Indoor Work-Baking", "Brewing", "Washing", "Death and Funeral Customs", "The Husband and Wife", "Dress", "Farm Buildings", "The farm-house and Cottage", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with its original artwork and text. First published in 1929.

Sutton Companion to the Folklore, Myths and Customs of Britain

Sutton Companion to the Folklore, Myths and Customs of Britain
Author: Alexander Barrie
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 516
Release: 2005-11-24
Genre: History
ISBN: 0750954272

Britain's rich and varied folklore, legends and beliefs provide an insight into the island's history. Every invader, refugee or settler has helped contribute some new element or twist to the complex pattern of our national heritage. This volume provides a comprehensive companion to legends and customs in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

The English Village

The English Village
Author: Martin Wainwright
Publisher: Chivers North America
Total Pages: 205
Release: 2012-02-01
Genre: England
ISBN: 9781445878362

"The village remains a quintessential and much-loved treasure of the English countryside. This rural idyll has inspired generations of great poets, novelists, and artists including the likes of Constable, Hardy, Wordsworth, as well as providing the picturesque setting for modern TV series such as Lark Rise to Candleford and Cranford. The English Village celebrates all that is unique and loved about a typical village--the pub, the green, the school, the church, the pond, the local shop and more--as well as exploring how the village has changed over the centuries. Also includes fascinating information on the origins of village names--Siddington, for example, means the farm of the valley (sidd: valley, in: belonging to, ton: farmland). Beautifully illustrated, and filled with facts, figures, customs, and lore, there is a wealth of fascinating information to be discovered in this charming book."--Provided by the publisher.

A Dictionary of British Folk Customs

A Dictionary of British Folk Customs
Author: Christina Hole
Publisher:
Total Pages: 358
Release: 1995
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

A nationwide listing of folk customs and practices, both past and present, in the British Isles. The book covers events around the country such as April Noddy Day, the Furry Dance and clipping the church, alongside more familiar commemorations such as Guy Fawkes, Ash Wednesday and hot cross buns.