A Treasury of British Folklore : Maypoles, Mandrakes and Mistletoe-9781911358398

A Treasury of British Folklore : Maypoles, Mandrakes and Mistletoe

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A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles, Mandrakes and Mistletoe by Dee Dee Chainey is your gateway to the enchanting realms of British folklore. This exquisite volume immerses you in a captivating world filled with superstitions, legends, and whimsical tales that have influenced Britain's cultural tapestry.

Delve into the pages of this beautifully illustrated compendium, where you'll uncover:

  • Astonishing beliefs like the Cumbrian tradition that one could not die on a pillow of pigeon feathers.
  • Colorful insights regarding why emerald hues are deemed unlucky for bridal gowns.
  • Scottish customs, such as hanging trousers at the foot of the bed to repel fairies.

Beyond renowned figures like King Arthur, you’ll meet intriguing characters brought to life by Chainey, including the Green Man, the embodiment of death and rebirth, and Black Shuck, the enigmatic ghostly hound of East Anglia. Each narrative is interwoven with the stunning landscapes of mountains, rivers, and the fairy folk that dwell within them.

This treasure trove does not merely recount historical anecdotes; it also acts as a vibrant guide to engaging with living folklore today. Festivals like the Whittlesea Straw Bear Festival and the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance leap from the pages, inviting you to experience these enduring traditions directly.

A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles, Mandrakes and Mistletoe is more than just a book; it is an invitation to explore the essence of British cultural heritage through the art of storytelling and timeless traditions that continue to resonate.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781911358398
Author: Dee Dee Chainey
Format: Hardback
Imprint: National Trust Books
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Dimensions: 198 x 145 x 24 mm
Publication Date: 04 May, 2018
Pagination: 192 pages, 30 black & white illustrations
Weight: 434g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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