Folklore, Myth and Magic Books
Sherlock & Pages curates a wild and mystical selection of folklore texts. So often these stories sleep in our collective memories and act as a gateway to forgotten wisdom and knowledge. We particularly specialise in any tales related to the natural elements - from weird woods to enchanted foraging, witch’s gardens to hollow places, we hope we’ve got something for all with a bit of magic and wonder in their hearts.
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The Korean Myths : A Guide to the Gods, Heroes and Legends
This book serves as the quintessential gateway into the captivating realm of Korean mythology and folktales. Korean myths are a vibrant and ever-evolving facet of society, transcending the boundaries of both North and South Korea. With the global proliferation of Korean cinema, K-pop, fashion,...- £14.99 GBP
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The Japanese Myths : A Guide to Gods, Heroes and Spirits
Embark on an illuminating journey through the captivating realm of Japanese mythology with this concise yet comprehensive guide. From the primordial tales of Izanagi and Izanami's divine progeny and Japan's creation to medieval ghost stories and the contemporary reimagining of ancient deities in mecha...- £14.99 GBP
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Treasury of Folklore: Stars and Skies
Embark on a celestial journey with "Treasury of Folklore: Stars and Skies", the latest instalment in the beloved Treasury of Folklore series. This captivating volume follows the success of its predecessors, "Seas and Rivers" and "Woodlands and Forests", offering readers a mesmerising exploration of...- £14.99 GBP
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Kew - The Magic of Mushrooms : Fungi in folklore, superstition and traditional medicine
Explore the wonderful world of some of the most incredible natural forms on our planet - fungi. At the centre of countless superstitions, folkloric tales and magical beliefs, as well as appearing in recipes and medicines both traditional and modern, mushrooms have incredible powers....- £14.99 GBP
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The Penguin Book of Norse Myths : Gods of the Vikings
Burning ice, biting flame; that is how life began'The extraordinary Scandinavian myth cycle is one of the most enduring, exciting, dramatic and compelling of the world's great stories. The Penguin Book of the Norse Myths compellingly retells these stories for the modern reader, taking...- £12.99 GBP
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The Witch-Ionary : An A-Z of Magickal Terms and Their Meanings
The witchcraft community is rife with specialised terminology, encompassing everything from sabbat names like Beltane and Samhain to various ingredients, rituals, and tools. The Witch-ionary serves as a comprehensive reference guide, compiling all these terms in one convenient location. It's an invaluable resource for...- £14.99 GBP
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The Greek and Roman Myths : A Guide to the Classical Stories
Penned by a bestselling author on Ancient Greece and Rome, this practical guide breathes new life into the captivating tales of Greek and Roman mythology. The book artfully weaves together a tapestry of enthralling stories, factual insights, and quotations from ancient writers, seamlessly bridging...- £14.99 GBP
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Furies : Stories of the wicked, wild and untamed - feminist tales from 16 bestselling, award-winning authors
A fun and fearless anthology of feminist tales, by sixteen bestselling, award-winning writers. 'Wonderful . . . all killer, no filler' Red Magazine'Dazzling stories, as inventive as they are inspiring' Daily Mirror'Where power and feminist rage meet' StylistBANSHEE. DRAGON. TYGRESS. SHE-DEVIL. HUSSY. SIREN. WENCH....- £10.99 GBP
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Treasury of Folklore: Woodlands and Forests : Wild Gods, World Trees and Werewolves
An entertaining and enthralling collection of myths, tales and traditions surrounding our trees, woodlands and forests from around the world. From the dark, gnarled woodlands of the north, to the humid jungles of the southern lands, trees have captured humanity's imagination for millennia. Filled...- £14.99 GBP
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A Treasury of Irish Fairy and Folk Tales (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)
These lrish tales all are reprinted from nineteenth-century sources, but they date back to a centuries-old oral tradition of storytelling that had yet to be committed to the printed page. They were passed down through the ages virtually unaltered and feature a wide variety...- £35.00 GBP
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Hag : Forgotten Folktales Retold
Engaging, modern fables with a feminist tang' Sunday TimesDARK, POTENT AND UNCANNY, HAG BURSTS WITH THE UNTOLD STORIES OF OUR ISLES, CAPTURED IN VOICES AS VARIED AS THEY ARE VIVID. Here are sisters fighting for the love of the same woman, a pregnant archaeologist...- £16.99 GBP
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Breverton's Phantasmagoria : A Compendium of Monsters, Myths and Legends
Think unicorns are marvellous? Well, they certainly are, but have you any idea how many other extraordinary and fantastical mythical creatures are waiting to be unearthed? From fire-breathing dragons to blood-sucking vampires, mischievous gremlins to ethereal fairies, Breverton's Phantasmagoria offers a singular collection of...- £16.99 GBP
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The Way Through the Woods : The Green Witch's Guide to Navigating Life's Ups and Downs
Embark on a transformative journey through life's challenges with Rebecca Beattie, a seasoned Wiccan priestess and green witch with over two decades of experience in the craft. As the author of 'The Wheel of the Year', Beattie now presents 'The Way Through the Woods',...- £14.99 GBP
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English Fairy Tales and Legends
12 classic English fairy tales and their history, from tales of dragons to Robin Hood. Folk tales and legends are an intrinsic part of English national culture. In his book, Rosalind Kerven has revived the best English fairy tales for a new generation. These...- £14.99 GBP
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Mystical Mushrooms : Discover the Magic & Folklore of Fantastic Fungi
Delve into the captivating realm where nature's wonders intertwine with ancient folklore and mysticism. "Mystical Mushrooms: Discover the Magic & Folklore of Fantastic Fungi" by Aurora Kane unveils the enchanting world of mushrooms, inviting you on a journey through tales as old as time...- £14.99 GBP
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Floral Folklore : The forgotten tales behind nature's most enchanting plants
Delve into the mesmerizing realm of Floral Folklore, where the forgotten tales of nature's most enchanting plants are brought to life. Alison Davies weaves a captivating tapestry of stories, unveiling the hidden meanings and folklore behind over 40 exquisite flora and fauna. From delicate...- £18.99 GBP
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Enchanted Foraging : Wildcrafting for Herbal Remedies, Rituals, and a Magical Life
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of wildcrafting with Ebony Gheorghe's "Enchanted Foraging." This captivating book unveils the secrets of foraging for plants and herbs, weaving together the practical and the mystical. Embark on a journey to reconnect with nature's bounty, harnessing its powers...- £18.99 GBP
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This Hollow Land : Aspects of Norfolk Folklore
First published in 2018 This Hollow Land was reprinted in 2021 due to popular demand. A third edition will be available shortly - please check website regularly for updates. For many the folklore of Norfolk consists of little more than the Swaffham Pedlar, Black...- £22.00 GBP
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Dark Fairy Tales of Fearless Women
Enter a world in which magic exists, hope wins and every woman's heart is alive with courage! This global feast of ancient tales features valiant women overcoming every kind of obstacle and danger to fulfil their destinies. Travel through Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle...- £14.99 GBP
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The People Of The Sea : Celtic Tales of the Seal-Folk
When David Thomson took a journey to the sea coasts of Scotland and Ireland to seek out the legend of the selchies - mythological creatures who transform from seals into humans - a magical world emerged. Men were rescued by seals in stormy seas,...- £10.99 GBP
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Enchanted Forests : The Poetic Construction of a World Before Time
In 1985, Boria Sax became the heir to a woodland in New York State, originally acquired by his Russian, Jewish Communist grandparents as a sanctuary from what they perceived as a world fraught with hostility. Over time, Sax came to view this forest as...- £25.00 GBP
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The Magpie's Nest : A Treasury of Bird Folk Tales
Birds serve as a constant reminder of nature's omnipresence, from bustling railway stations to tranquil woodlands, and from urban centres to our own gardens. But have you ever pondered which bird reigns supreme? Or perhaps you've never heard the tale of how the intrepid...- £12.99 GBP
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The Penguin Book of Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt
This accessible anthology serves as an inviting gateway into a civilisation that captivates like few others... within its pages, one encounters conversing creatures, princesses confined to lofty towers, malevolent stepmothers, and a myriad of other enchanting motifs... An engaging work by a skilled wordsmith...- £10.99 GBP
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The Book of Forgotten Witches : Dark & Twisted Folklore & Stories from Around the World
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collection of over 80 captivating illustrations and spellbinding tales about witches, both real and legendary, who once instilled fear, provided sustenance, offered aid, and empowered their communities, but whose stories have largely faded into obscurity. Glean ancient wisdom from...- £18.99 GBP
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Ancient Sorceries
'Of the quality of Mr. Blackwood's genius there can be no dispute' H.P. LovecraftA British traveller in France stops in a remote French hill town with some very unusual inhabitants and soon finds himself unable to leave; a scholar staying in a lodging house...- £12.99 GBP
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The Lure of Atlantis : Strange Tales from the Sunken Continent
Dive into the enigmatic depths of the mythical sunken continent of Atlantis with this captivating anthology of weird tales from the Golden Age of fantasy fiction. Curated by editor Michael Wheatley, "The Lure of Atlantis: Strange Tales of the Sunken Continent" unleashes a torrent...- £9.99 GBP
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Heavy Weather : Tempestuous Tales of Stranger Climes
Brace yourself for a whirlwind of tales that will sweep you into fantastical realms where the weather holds sway over reality itself. In "Heavy Weather: Tempestuous Tales of Stranger Climes," editor Kevan Manwaring has curated a spellbinding collection of stories that blend British folklore...- £8.99 GBP
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Holy Ghosts : Classic Tales of the Ecclesiastical Uncanny
"I confess I have a particular dislike to remain in a church after dusk; it recalls to my mind the most painful story I ever heard."A festering evil lurks in the grotesque carvings of a cathedral's hallowed inner sanctum; sheltering in an Alpine chapel,...- £9.99 GBP
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Evil Roots : Killer Tales of the Botanical Gothic
Strangling vines and meat-hungry flora fill this unruly garden of strange stories, selected for their significance as the seeds of the villainous (or perhaps just misunderstood) `killer plant' in fiction, film and video games. Step within to marvel at Charlotte Perkins Gilman's giant wistaria...- £9.99 GBP
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Cloven Country : The Devil and the English Landscape
According to legend, the English landscape �_" so calm on the surface �_" is really the Devil�_Ts work. Cloven Country tells of rocks hurled into place and valleys carved out by infernal labour. The Devil�_Ts hideous strength laid down great roads in one night,...- £20.00 GBP
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Breverton's Nautical Curiosities : A Book of the Sea
A compendium of fascinating information about the great waters that cover two-thirds of our Earth and the men and women that sailed them. Breverton's Nautical Curiosities is about ships, people and the sea. However, unlike many other nautical compendiums, the focus of this book...- £18.99 GBP
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The Bone Cave : A Journey through Myth and Memory
Embark on an enchanting odyssey through the Scottish Highlands with 'The Bone Cave', a captivating exploration of ancient tales and legends. Dougie Strang, our intrepid narrator, delves into the rich tapestry of folklore, tracing time-honoured stories to their geographical roots amidst Scotland's breathtaking and...- £14.99 GBP
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