Devon S Folklore Legends

Author : Michael Dacre
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 139 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9780752470337

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Devonshire Folk Tales by Michael Dacre Pdf

Devon is a county rich in history and folklore, the roots of which lie in the beliefs of ancient Celtic inhabitants. Long ago, whilst middle England was converted to Christianity, the Celtic people of the edge-lands were still Druids. With no explanation offered for the cycles of hardship and abundance, a large amount of folklore and superstition emerged. Moulded by the land, weather and generations of people's attempts to make sense of the world, these thirty tales are full of Devonshire wit and wisdeom, and tell of the strange and macabre; memories of magic and otherworlds; and proud recollections of folk history. The captivating stories, brought to life with unique illustrations from the author, will be enjoyed by readers time and again.

Author : Ralph Whitlock
Publisher : B. T. Batsford Limited
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Social Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105036385859

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The Folklore of Wiltshire by Ralph Whitlock Pdf

Author : Leonie Jane-Grey
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750991025

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Devon Folk Tales for Children by Leonie Jane-Grey Pdf

Folk Tales and lore are woven into the ancient landscape of Devon: swimming in the rivers, soaring with the buzzards over farms and moors and making soft tracks across the sands of a wild coastline. In Devon Folk Tales for Children you'll find goblins tinkering in the old ore mines, a changeling hare-woman who runs by the light of the moon, and pixies playing on the old pack routes trodden by the hooves of Dartmoor ponies. This beautifully illustrated collection of tales from storyteller and artist Leonie Jane-Grey will take you on a wild and magical adventure through the ancient lands of Devon.

Author : Janet Dowling
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750990189

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Devon Ghost Tales by Janet Dowling Pdf

These spooky ghost tales from one of Britain's most ancient counties are vividly retold by local storyteller Janet Dowling. Their origins lost in the oral tradition, these stories are as eerie and mysterious as the windswept moorland, wild shorelines and rugged landscapes from which they derive. Here you will find stories of a voice beyond the grave, a ghost on the pivot between heaven and hell, and the spectres of Viking princes on moonlit roads. Richly illustrated by Vicky Jocher with original drawings, these atmospheric tales are perfect for reading aloud in front of a roaring fire or alone under the covers on dark, stormy nights.

Author : Ralph Whitlock
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Social Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105036912066

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The Folklore of Devon by Ralph Whitlock Pdf

Author : James Whinray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1906474435

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Tales from Devon Folklore by James Whinray Pdf

Author : Mark Norman
Publisher : University of Exeter Press
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781804130377

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The Folklore of Devon by Mark Norman Pdf

Devon has a long and rich folkloric heritage which has been extensively collected over many years. This book consolidates more than a century of research by eminent Devon folklorists into one valuable study and builds on the vital work that was undertaken by the Devonshire Association, providing insightful analysis of the subject matter and drawing comparisons with folklore traditions beyond the county. The first major work on Devon's folklore since Ralph Whitlock’s short book published by the Folklore Society in the 1970s, this volume brings the subject into the twenty-first century with consideration of internet memes and modern lore, demonstrating that ‘folklore’ does not equate to ‘old rural practice’. With chapters covering the history of Devon's folklore collecting, tales from the moors, the annual cycle, farming and the weather, the devil, fairies, hauntings, black dogs, witchcraft and modern lore, this will remain the standard work for many years to come.

Author : Sally Roberts Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : History
ISBN : IND:39000005505230

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Legends of Devon by Sally Roberts Jones Pdf

Author : Katherine Langrish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1911122045

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Seven Miles of Steel Thistles by Katherine Langrish Pdf

Author : V. Day Sharman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1952
Category : Devon (England)
ISBN : LCCN:52042194

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Folk Tales of Devon by V. Day Sharman Pdf

Author : Frederick Thomas
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-27
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 0332041697

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Humorous and Other Poetic Pictures by Frederick Thomas Pdf

Excerpt from Humorous and Other Poetic Pictures: Legends and Stories of Devon Thanks, my good friends, for the advice you give If all the same to you, I 'd rather live To reap the profit which my pen may earn, And leave Posterity's pale lamp to burn. A poet is not very much to blame Who writes for profit sure, and chances fame, And thinks that man almost a mortal sinner Who courts the Muse and goes without his dinner. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : William Crossing
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1016100515

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Tales of the Dartmoor Pixies by William Crossing Pdf

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.

Author : Janet Dowling
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780752479071

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Surrey Folk Tales by Janet Dowling Pdf

Surrey’s landscape, shaped by the Devil’s mischief and the whims of dancing Pharisees, is home to a wealth of tales. For Surrey is a place where dragons have stalked, dripping poisoned saliva from their yellow teeth; a place where horses have sprouted wings in order to rescue bewitched villagers; a place where pumas with the gift of speech have prowled the countryside. From the legends of Stephen Langton to the marvels of Captain Salvin and his flying pig, Janet Dowling has vividly retold these myths and stories of Surrey, and brought to life the county’s heroes, villains and saints.

Author : Judy Chard
Publisher : Countryside Books (GB)
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2003-10-01
Category : Ghosts
ISBN : 1853068209

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Devon Stories of the Supernatural by Judy Chard Pdf

Author : Gemma Gary
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0738765791

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Silent As the Trees by Gemma Gary Pdf

Explore the old witchcraft, magical traditions, and folklore nurtured amidst the ancient lands of South West England. Gemma Gary presents Devonshire's witches and magical folk as well as spirit vision, cure charms, protections and magical defense, and more. Silent as the Trees also includes a black book of Devonshire Magic with an extensive collection of genuine spells, charms, and rites.