Church Curiosities : Strange Objects and Bizarre Legends by David Castleton 9781784424442

Church Curiosities : Strange Objects and Bizarre Legends

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Nestled amidst the ordinary furnishings of Britain's churches and cathedrals lies an extraordinary...
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Nestled amidst the ordinary furnishings of Britain's churches and cathedrals lies an extraordinary array of peculiar and unexpected treasures. From weapons purported to have slain dragons to the bones of mythical beasts, these enigmatic artefacts have long captivated the imagination of visitors. David Castleton's enthralling exploration delves into this realm of oddities, unveiling the stories behind such curiosities as lepers' squints, pancake bells, and sanctuary knockers.

With the keen eye of a detective and the passion of a historian, Castleton unravels the mysteries surrounding these bizarre relics. His investigation spans from pagan altars to mummified remains, shedding light on the folkloric ceremonies and legends that have given rise to these captivating objects. 'Church Curiosities: Strange Objects and Bizarre Legends' offers readers a thrilling journey through the hidden corners of Britain's ecclesiastical landscape, revealing a world where the extraordinary lurks just beneath the surface of the mundane.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781784424442
Book Author: David Castleton
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Shire Publications
Book Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Book Dimensions: 209 x 149 x 9 cm
Book Publication Date: 2021-03-25
Book Pagination: 96 pages, Fully illustrated throughout
Book Weight: 218g

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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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