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For the first time, these enchanting folk tales, the origins of
which lie in the oral tradition, have been gathered together in
book form. The charming selection of thirty fairy tales and legends
are full of Herefordian wit and wisdom, and are perfect for reading
aloud or alone. Although on the surface they may appear quaint,
these stories tell of strange happenings in the peaceful
Herefordshire countryside, formed from early attempts to explain
the natural and spiritual world. From the Saxon king of East Anglia
who became the patron saint of Hereford Cathedral, and the story of
the black hound of Baskerville Hall which inspired Arthur Conan
Doyle, to a medieval love story, these gripping tales have stood
the test of time, and remain classic texts which will be enjoyed
time and again by modern readers.
Worcestershire is a county of contrasts, with one face turned to
the modern buzz of Birmingham and the other turned towards the
quiet rural landscape of the West Country. Its folk tales reflect
this dichotomy, with some stories based in the fears and
superstitions of village life, and others evolving from the strains
and pressures of a new industrial reality. From battles of the
Civil War to witchcraft trials, Worcestershire is steeped in
history - and almost every village has some dark tale of magical
events to tell. Ordinary folk from all walks of life mix with
devils, ogres and ghosts. Even the holy community is not safe -
vengeance, infidelity and murder loom large in the county's
religious history. Complemented by beautiful illustrations,
Worcestershire Folk Tales is crammed with these myths, legends and
mysterious yarns. David Phelps has worked as an oral storyteller
since 2005, being much inspired by his grandmother's tales of
Worcestershire's folklore. He is a member of both the Folklore
Society and the Society for Storytelling, and is the author of
Herefordshire Folk Tales and Haunted Hereford.
As an avid collector for over twenty years, I have gathered these
birds from all over the United States. This book contains all the
information from study of the birds in my collection as well as
pictures and information from friends. With a few exceptions, the
birds have the Red Dime Mark "Made in Czechoslovakia." You will
find as many molds for which I have pictures, showing the color and
size varieties. Even though I have spent years in my search, I know
there are others yet to be found as I was able to find a new bird
even as I was finishing this book. I hope that collectors will send
me information on other varieties.
1912. There are those among us who cannot accept the promise of
immortality on faith alone and require positive proof for any such
belief. This volume discusses various types of Mediums; how they
work, how some trick us, and how some do not use trickery. A
sampling of the contents is as follows: spirit slate writing and
billet tests; some modern sorcery; unusual mediumistic phenomena;
materialization; relation of mediumship to palmistry, astrology and
fortune telling; performances of the Annie Eva Fay type.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such
as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.
1912. There are those among us who cannot accept the promise of
immortality on faith alone and require positive proof for any such
belief. This volume discusses various types of Mediums; how they
work, how some trick us, and how some do not use trickery. A
sampling of the contents is as follows: spirit slate writing and
billet tests; some modern sorcery; unusual mediumistic phenomena;
materialization; relation of mediumship to palmistry, astrology and
fortune telling; performances of the Annie Eva Fay type.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
Herefordshire has had the mixed blessing of being a border county,
predominately rural and far away from any metropolis. Lying between
England and Wales, its past has been bloody, with raids and an
unstable boundary. Borders are always porous and much Welsh
influence can be found, especially in the west of the county. The
county did not play a major part in the Industrial Revolution,
which meant it became something of a backwater. Its unspoilt
countryside provided a pleasant place to visit, but not such an
easy place to make a living. Herefordshire can make the claim of
being the birthplace of tourism as rich travellers, thwarted by the
Napoleonic War from making the Grand Tour of Europe, found journeys
down the beautiful River Wye some compensation. Now modernity is
making changes to the county, with pressure for more houses,
large-scale agriculture and the climate crisis all having their
effect, but Herefordshire remains an intriguing and fascinating
place. In 50 Gems of Herefordshire, local author David Phelps
visits some of the favourite and lesser-known locations that
reflect its heritage, culture and scenic splendour. From churches
to castles and cider factory to cathedral, this is a county with
much to discover and enjoy. Well-illustrated throughout, this book
will appeal to residents and visitors alike.
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