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  • Giants, Fairies and Boggarts

    In Northern England

    Bewitched by banshees? Fascinated by fairies? Charmed by changelings? If so, add this engrossing collection of folk tales from in and around northern England to your reading list. Not only does author Charles Hardwick present a sizable collection of tales from the region, but he also explains their origins of many of the stories and compares and contrasts them to the similar themes found in other ... Read more

    $4.69 CAD

  • Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire

    Sites and Their Traditions

    Complete and unabridged, with 60 full-page plates by William Quiller Orchardson, William Powell Frith and John Everett Millais. Lancashire battlefields identified and walked - the Roman camps, the Saxon fights, the civil war skirmishes - with the local names and traditions attached to each. Hardwick worked from the ground and the parish registers. This edition is bound with a gallery of 60 plates ... Read more

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  • Traditions, Superstitions and Folk-lore

    "Traditions, Superstitions and Folk-lore" by Charles Hardwick is a fascinating exploration of the rich tapestry of cultural beliefs and practices that shape human societies. The book delves into various traditions and superstitions, examining their origins and significance in different communities. Hardwick's meticulous research uncovers the ways in which folklore reflects the values, fears, and ... Read more

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  • On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire

    "On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire" by Charles Hardwick is a compelling exploration of the historical landscapes of Lancashire, where significant battles once took place. Hardwick delves into the rich tapestry of local history, examining the events that shaped the region and the people who fought in these conflicts. His narrative is not just a recounting of battles; it is an invitation ... Read more

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  • Traditions, Superstitions and Folk-lore

    Chiefly Lancashire and the North of England

    Series series Myths & Legends
    Complete and unabridged, with 57 full-page plates by Salvator Rosa, Pietro della Vecchia and Peter Paul Rubens. Lancashire belief and custom - the boggarts, the rush-bearing, the cures, the calendar of the farming year - collected by a Preston antiquary among mill towns that were losing it fast. This edition is bound with a gallery of 57 plates after painters including Pietro della Vecchia, ... Read more

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  • On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire

    It might be said, without much exaggeration, that if the soil could be endowed with vocal utterance, we might learn that the surface area of the earth which has not sustained the shock of battle at some period of the world's history is not very much greater than that which has felt the tread of armed men in deadly conflict. ... Read more

    $1.36 CAD

  • On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire

    Enriched edition. And Their Historical, Legendary, and Aesthetic Associations

    In "On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire," Charles Hardwick offers a meticulous exploration of historical battle sites in Lancashire, intricately weaving together archaeological evidence, folklore, and local history. Hardwick's literary style is both scholarly and accessible, rich with detailed descriptions and insights that illuminate the cultural significance of these sites. Drenched in ... Read more

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  • On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire: And Their Historical, Legendary, and Aesthetic Associations

    On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire: And Their Historical, Legendary, and Aesthetic Associations..ByCharles HardwickAuthor of a "History of Preston and its Environs," "Traditions, Superstitions and Folk-Lore," "Manual for Patrons and Members of Friendly Societies," &c.MANCHESTER:ABEL HEYWOOD & SON, OLDHAM STREET.LONDON:SIMPKIN, MARSHALL, & Co., STATIONERS' HALL COURT.1882. ... Read more

    $7.28 CAD

  • On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire

    Enriched edition. And Their Historical, Legendary, and Aesthetic Associations

    In "On Some Ancient Battle-Fields in Lancashire," Charles Hardwick employs a meticulous narrative style that interweaves historical analysis with vivid descriptions of significant battle sites in Lancashire. Through extensive research, Hardwick explores the socio-political circumstances surrounding each conflict, illuminating the historical significance of these locales during pivotal moments in ... Read more

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  • The Right to Be Lazy, and Other Studies

    Enriched edition. Reclaiming Leisure: A Revolutionary Critique of Capitalism and Work Culture

    Translated by Charles H. Kerr ...
    In "The Right to Be Lazy, and Other Studies," Paul Lafargue offers a provocative examination of labor and leisure within the capitalist framework, critiquing the cult of work that dominated 19th-century socio-economic thought. Employing a satirical yet erudite literary style, Lafargue challenges prevailing notions of productivity and virtue associated with hard work, arguing instead for the human ... Read more

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  • Anglo-Saxon Britain

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Culture and Legacy of Anglo-Saxon England

    In "Anglo-Saxon Britain," Grant Allen meticulously examines the period between the 5th and 11th centuries, unraveling the intricate tapestry of society, culture, and governance that characterized early England. Through a blend of vivid prose and scholarly rigor, Allen highlights the era's pivotal transformations, including the blending of Roman and Germanic influences, the rise of Christianity, ... Read more

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  • Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft

    The definitive edition with an introduction and detailed page notes from renowned Wiccan scholar Henry Morley.First published in 1830, 'Demonology and Witchcraft' is essential reading to students of the occult.Scott's treatise on demonology explores the prevalence of belief in witchcraft in the Middle Ages. He focuses on instances of demonology in Western Europe with emphasis on France and in ... Read more

    $6.86 CAD