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Discover the enchanting world of Folklore Rising: An Artist's Journey through the British Ritual Year by Ben Edge, a captivating exploration of Britain's vibrant folk traditions. This beautifully crafted debut trade edition invites you to delve into over 200 stunning paintings and photographs that breathe life into time-honored customs and celebrations.
Ben Edge shares his personal narrative throughout the book, illustrating how his deep immersion in these living traditions played a pivotal role in his recovery from depression. With the concept of 'folklore activism', he highlights the contemporary folk revival as a reflection of our collective desire for stronger community ties and a profound connection with nature.
Readers will be enthralled by Edge’s artistic interpretations of grand-scale events such as:
Additionally, the book celebrates smaller, intimate practices marking seasonal changes, from wassailing and well-dressing to lunar rituals and Beltane fire ceremonies. Edge also examines modern interpretations of folklore, including the all-female Morris dancing troupe Boss Morris and the resurgence of the Green Man as a symbol of eco-spirituality.
The ancient standing stones featured throughout the book beautifully connect the past with the present, making Folklore Rising a profound exploration of the psyche of British folklore. It illuminates the significance of these traditions in contemporary society, inviting readers to reconnect with nature, community, and shared heritage through the lens of art and folklore.
ISBN: | 9781786788740 |
Author: | Ben Edge |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Watkins Publishing |
Publisher: | Watkins Media Limited |
Dimensions: | 216 x 183 x 29 mm |
Publication Date: | 10 August, 2024 |
Pagination: | 256 pages |
Weight: | 1012g |
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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.’