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  • Guernsey Folk-Lore

    Beliefs and Customs of the Channel Islands

    by Edgar MacCulloch ...
    Series series Myths & Legends
    Complete and unabridged, with 7 full-page plates by William Collins, Walter Langley and Philip John Ouless. The folklore of Guernsey - the fairies of the cromlechs, the witches' sabbath at the Catioroc, the charms against the evil eye - collected by the island's bailiff in the Norman French the people spoke. Published after his death from his notebooks. Its 53 original illustrations have been ... Read more

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  • Guernsey Folk Lore

    A Collection of popular Superstitions, legendary Tales, peculiar Customs, Proverbs, weather sayings, ... of the people of that island

    by Edgar MacCulloch ...
    Of late years the ancient superstitions of the people, their legendary tales, their proverbial sayings, and, in fine, all that is designated by the comprehensive term of "Folk-Lore," have attracted much and deserved attention. Puerile as are many of these subjects, they become interesting when a comparison is instituted amongst them as they exist in various countries. It is then seen how wide is ... Read more

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  • Guernsey Folk Lore

    by Sir Edgar MacCulloch ...
    "Guernsey Folk Lore" by Sir Edgar MacCulloch is a captivating exploration of the rich traditions and stories that have shaped the cultural landscape of Guernsey. The book delves into the island's myths, legends, and folk tales, offering readers a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of its inhabitants. MacCulloch's meticulous research and engaging storytelling bring to life the enchanting world ... Read more

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    by John Linwood Pitts ...
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  • Mary Tudor: Queen of France

    by Mary Croom Brown ...
    The date of Mary's birth has at last been fixed as the 18th March 1495. The day and the month have hitherto been a matter of uncertain conjecture, and the year has been given as 1496 on the strength of a privy seal of Henry VII. which runs as follows: "de Termino Paschæ anno xi. regis nunc: Anne Skeron nutrici dominæ Mariæ ls. pro quarterio unius anni finiti ad festum Sancti Johannis Baptistsæ ... Read more

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  • Delphi Complete Works of the Earl of Chesterfield Illustrated

    by Earl of Chesterfield ...
    Series Book 8 - Delphi Series Fourteen
    Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield was a statesman, diplomat, man of letters and acclaimed wit of the eighteenth century. His winning manners and urbanity were praised by many, including Alexander Pope, John Gay and Voltaire. Although an accomplished essayist and epigrammatist, Chesterfield’s literary reputation today derives from ‘Letters to His Son’, as well as ‘Letters to His Godson’, ... Read more

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  • Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands

    Enriched edition. Transcripts from the Official Records of the Guernsey Royal Court, with an English Translation and Historical Introduction

    by John Linwood Pitts, Brett Morgan ...
    In "Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands," John Linwood Pitts provides a meticulously researched examination of the folklore surrounding witchcraft and the supernatural in the historically rich setting of the Channel Islands. Blending detailed historical accounts with a compelling narrative style, Pitts illuminates the socio-cultural fabric of these islands, revealing how witchcraft ... Read more

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  • Books & Characters French & English

    by LYTTON STRACHEY ...
    "Books & Characters" is a collection of literary essays by using Lytton Strachey, a prominent British writer and critic of the early 20th century. The book offers insightful and unconventional biographical sketches of numerous literary figures, presenting readers with a unique attitude on the lives and personalities of those exquisite individuals. Strachey's writing fashion is characterized via ... Read more

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  • Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands

    Enriched edition. Transcripts from the Official Records of the Guernsey Royal Court, with an English Translation and Historical Introduction

    by John Linwood Pitts, Fiona Dixon ...
    In "Witchcraft and Devil Lore in the Channel Islands," John Linwood Pitts delves into the rich tapestry of folklore, superstition, and the socio-historical contexts surrounding witchcraft in the Channel Islands. This meticulously researched work combines a narrative style with rigorous scholarship, drawing upon primary sources, historical records, and local legends. Pitts masterfully weaves ... Read more

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  • Paris and the Parisians in 1835 (Complete)

    by Frances Milton Trollope ...
    From the very beginning of reading and writing—nay, doubtless from the very beginning of speaking,—Truth, immortal Truth has been the object of ostensible worship to all who read and to all who listen; and, in the abstract, it is unquestionably held in sincere veneration by all: yet, in the detail of every-day practice, the majority of mankind often hate it, and are seen to bear pain, ... Read more

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  • Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 2

    by Edward Gibbon ...
    Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (Volume 2) continues the collection of personal correspondence from the famed historian, offering an intimate glimpse into his life and thoughts. The letters, written between 1753 and 1794, cover a wide range of topics, from his academic endeavors and historical research to personal reflections on politics, religion, and society. As in the first volume, Gibbon’s ... Read more

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  • A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume One

    Exploring Literary Treasures in Europe

    by Thomas Frognall Dibdin ...
    In "A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume One," Thomas Frognall Dibdin embarks on a rich exploration of the cultural and literary landscapes of two pivotal European nations. The work is notable for its elegant prose and meticulous attention to bibliographical detail, blending travel writing with personal narrative, reflecting both the Romantic era's ... Read more

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