Old English Sports, Pastimes and Customs

Old English Sports, Pastimes and Customs
Author: P. H. Ditchfield
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2019-12-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"Old English Sports, Pastimes and Customs" is a historical treatise on the various sports and games that have been played in England over the centuries. The book aims to describe, in simple language, the holiday festivals as they occurred in each month of the year; and the sports, games, pastimes, and customs associated with these rural feasts. The games were those played most in the English villages and the author hopes to rekindle interest in what he terms, "the best features of old village life." English customs such as exchanging gifts on New Year's Day, fox hunts in February, Easter and Christmas traditions, as well as different country dances and sports.

The Best Books

The Best Books
Author: William Swan Sonnenschein
Publisher:
Total Pages: 844
Release: 1926
Genre: Best books
ISBN:

English Folk-song and Dance

English Folk-song and Dance
Author: Frank Kidson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 212
Release: 1915
Genre: Music
ISBN:

"The work here reprinted is essentially in two parts, an examination of the history of the English folk-song by Frank Kidson, together with a similar analysis of the English folk-dance by Mary Neal"--Dust jacket flap.

Vanishing England

Vanishing England
Author: P. H. Ditchfield
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2019-12-04
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Start a journey through time with 'Vanishing England' by P. H. Ditchfield, a poignant reflection on the vanishing treasures of a bygone era. Written in the early 20th century, Ditchfield mourns the loss of England's charm and heritage, grappling with the encroachment of modernization and the shifting demands of a growing society. Each chapter unravels the fading tapestry of walled towns, castles, churches, mansions, and quaint cottages. Yet, the book dives deeper, exploring the erosion of customs, fairs, historic documents, and the very essence of English scenery. Experience the nostalgia and embrace the timeless allure of a vanished England in this evocative masterpiece.