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Lancashire Folk-lore

Illustrative of the Superstitious Beliefs and Practices, Local Customs and Usages of the People of the County Palatine

by John Harland, T. T. Wilkinson ...

Lancashire superstition parish by parish - the boggart, the wise man, the charm against witches, the customs of the dole and the wake. Harland and Wilkinson collected the county systematically while the mills were still filling. This edition is bound with a gallery of 60 plates after painters including Benjamin Williams Leader, William Henry Hopkins and James Holland, dating from 1661 to 1928. ... Read more

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Lancashire superstition parish by parish - the boggart, the wise man, the charm against witches, the customs of the dole and the wake. Harland and Wilkinson collected the county systematically while the mills were still filling. This edition is bound with a gallery of 60 plates after painters including Benjamin Williams Leader, William Henry Hopkins and James Holland, dating from 1661 to 1928.
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Lancashire Folk-lore: Illustrative of the Superstitious Beliefs and Practices, Local Customs and Usages of the People of the County Palatine

by John Harland ...

Folk-lore, though a term that will not be found in our standard dictionaries, from Johnson down to Webster, is nevertheless simply a modern combination of two genuine old English words—Folc, the folk, the people, "the common people;" and Lár, Laer, Lora, learning, doctrine, precept, law. In the earlier days of our English tongue, folk-land, folk-gemote, folk-right, &c., were terms in common use, ... Read more

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Folk-lore, though a term that will not be found in our standard dictionaries, from Johnson down to Webster, is nevertheless simply a modern combination of two genuine old English words—Folc, the folk, the people, "the common people;" and Lár, Laer, Lora, learning, doctrine, precept, law. In the earlier days of our English tongue, folk-land, folk-gemote, folk-right, &c., were terms in common use,
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Lancashire Folk-lore (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Illustrative of the Superstitious Beliefs and Practices, Local Customs and Usages of the People of the County Palatine

by Thomas Turner Wilkinson, John Harland, Miles Kelmere ...

Lancashire Folk-lore gathers the beliefs, legends, customs, charms, proverbial sayings, and seasonal observances of a county rich in vernacular memory. Moving between anecdote, antiquarian record, oral tale, ritual description, and local history, the volume captures a world of boggarts, witches, omens, healing practices, household rites, and calendar festivities. Situated within the nineteenth ... Read more

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Lancashire Folk-lore gathers the beliefs, legends, customs, charms, proverbial sayings, and seasonal observances of a county rich in vernacular memory. Moving between anecdote, antiquarian record, oral tale, ritual description, and local history, the volume captures a world of boggarts, witches, omens, healing practices, household rites, and calendar festivities. Situated within the nineteenth
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Lancashire Folk-lore

Enriched edition. Illustrative of the Superstitious Beliefs and Practices, Local Customs and Usages of the People of the County Palatine

by Thomas Turner Wilkinson, John Harland, Rowan Silvershaw ...

Embodying the rich tapestry of regional cultural traditions, *Lancashire Folk-lore* offers readers a comprehensive look into the vibrant folkloric history of Lancashire. This anthology, curated with precision by Thomas Turner Wilkinson and John Harland, traverses a range of literary styles, encompassing both prose and lyrical representations of local myths, legends, and customs. The collection ... Read more

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Embodying the rich tapestry of regional cultural traditions, *Lancashire Folk-lore* offers readers a comprehensive look into the vibrant folkloric history of Lancashire. This anthology, curated with precision by Thomas Turner Wilkinson and John Harland, traverses a range of literary styles, encompassing both prose and lyrical representations of local myths, legends, and customs. The collection
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Lancashire Folk-lore

Enriched edition. Illustrative of the Superstitious Beliefs and Practices, Local Customs and Usages of the People of the County Palatine

by Thomas Turner Wilkinson, John Harland, Evan Fairchild ...

Lancashire Folk-lore is an enthralling anthology that delves into the rich tapestry of traditions, superstitions, and lore across Lancashire, capturing the region's enchanting cultural heritage. Its pages bring to life a plethora of stories and customs, from the whimsical to the eerie, offering readers a dynamic glimpse into the beliefs and practices that have shaped local identity over centuries. ... Read more

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Lancashire Folk-lore is an enthralling anthology that delves into the rich tapestry of traditions, superstitions, and lore across Lancashire, capturing the region's enchanting cultural heritage. Its pages bring to life a plethora of stories and customs, from the whimsical to the eerie, offering readers a dynamic glimpse into the beliefs and practices that have shaped local identity over centuries.
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Handbook of Early Christianity

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by David G. Horrell, Carolyn Osiek, Steven L. Bridge, Robert A. Wortham, Ritva H. Williams, Ernst R. Wendland, Peter Staples, Frederick Bird, Peter Richardson, Donald A. Nielsen, Howard Clark Kee, Jack T.Sanders, Philip A. Harland, John W. Marshall, Harold Remus, Warren Carter, Nicola Denzey, Dimitris J. Kyrtatas, David A. Fiensy, Nicholas H. Taylor, Richard K. Fenn, Russell Martin ...

The Christian movement emerged amidst complex social tensions, power politics, ethnic diversity, economic stress, and cultural changes. Both biblical scholars and social scientists find that a social scientific study of early Christian phenomena yields fascinating results. However, biblical scholars are sometimes unaware of the breadth of the useful social scientific concepts and techniques, and ... Read more

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The Christian movement emerged amidst complex social tensions, power politics, ethnic diversity, economic stress, and cultural changes. Both biblical scholars and social scientists find that a social scientific study of early Christian phenomena yields fascinating results. However, biblical scholars are sometimes unaware of the breadth of the useful social scientific concepts and techniques, and
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Mr. Midshipman Easy

by Frederick Marryat ...

In this stirring tale from the days of wooden ships, a young sailor enters the king's service with some firm but untried egalitarian notions. "Equality Jack" — known formally as Mr. Midshipman Easy — is initiated into the rigid hierarchy of the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. His adventures were recounted in 1836 by the founder and master of naval fiction, Captain Frederick Marryat (1792 ... Read more

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In this stirring tale from the days of wooden ships, a young sailor enters the king's service with some firm but untried egalitarian notions. "Equality Jack" — known formally as Mr. Midshipman Easy — is initiated into the rigid hierarchy of the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. His adventures were recounted in 1836 by the founder and master of naval fiction, Captain Frederick Marryat (1792
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Advances in breeding of dairy cattle

by Dr Larry Schaeffer, Dr Kor Oldenbroek, Dr Bradley J. Heins, Dr Peter Amer, Dr Tim Byrne, Dr Mekonnen Haile-Mariam, Prof. Jennie E. Pryce, Dr Oscar González-Recio, Dr Alejandro Saborio-Montero0, Dr Adrián López-García1, Dr Beatriz Delgado2, Dr Cristina Óvilo3, Dr Christa Egger-Danner4, Dr B. Heringstad5, Dr Allison Fleming6, Dr Thuy T. T. Nguyen7, Prof Roel Veerkamp8, Dr Mathijs van Pelt9, Dr Hinayah R. Oliveira0, Dr Fabyano F. Silva1, Prof Flavio Schenkel2, Dr James Koltes3, Dr Francisco Peñagaricano4, Dr Matt Littlejohn5, Dr Tatiane Chud6, Dr Chad Harland7, Dr Joel Ira Weller8, Dr Peter Sullivan9, Prof Raphael Mrode0, Dr Trudee Fair1, Dr Pat Lonergan2, Dr Amy E. Young3, Dr Didier Boichard4, Dr Francesca Malchiodi5, Professor Luiz F. Brito6, Dr Filippo Miglior7, Professor Christian Maltecca8, Professor Mike Coffey9, Dr Alison Van Eenennaam0, Dr H. Soyeurt1, Dr Christine F. Baes2, Dr Bayode O. Makanjuola3, Dr Francesco Tiezzi4, Dr John B. Cole5, Dr Nicolas Gengler6 ...

Series Book 72 - Burleigh Dodds Series in Agricultural Science
Particular focus on the challenges in breeding and lack of genetic diversity in modern dairy cattleExplores ways of improving non-production traits in cattle for more sustainable productionDetailed review of key developments in reproductive technologies and breeding programmes to further advance dairy cattle breeding ... Read more

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Particular focus on the challenges in breeding and lack of genetic diversity in modern dairy cattleExplores ways of improving non-production traits in cattle for more sustainable productionDetailed review of key developments in reproductive technologies and breeding programmes to further advance dairy cattle breeding
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Theory of Colours (Unabridged)

by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe ...

Narrated by Margaret Smith, John Williams, Harland Scruggs ...

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In the realm of art and science, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's "Theory of Colours" stands as a groundbreaking treatise that challenges conventional wisdom. Goethe's keen observations and experiments lead him to propose a revolutionary theory of color perception, one that emphasizes the subjective experience and the interplay between light and darkness. This unabridged edition delves into Goethe's ... Read more

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In the realm of art and science, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's "Theory of Colours" stands as a groundbreaking treatise that challenges conventional wisdom. Goethe's keen observations and experiments lead him to propose a revolutionary theory of color perception, one that emphasizes the subjective experience and the interplay between light and darkness. This unabridged edition delves into Goethe's
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Desolation Island

by Patrick O'Brian ...

Series Book 5 - Aubrey/Maturin Novels
"The relationship [between Aubrey and Maturin]...is about the best thing afloat....For Conradian power of description and sheer excitement there is nothing in naval fiction to beat the stern chase as the outgunned Leopard staggers through mountain waves in icy latitudes to escape the Dutch seventy-four." —Stephen Vaughan, ObserverCommissioned to rescue Governor Bligh of Bounty fame, Captain Jack ... Read more

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"The relationship [between Aubrey and Maturin]...is about the best thing afloat....For Conradian power of description and sheer excitement there is nothing in naval fiction to beat the stern chase as the outgunned Leopard staggers through mountain waves in icy latitudes to escape the Dutch seventy-four." —Stephen Vaughan, ObserverCommissioned to rescue Governor Bligh of Bounty fame, Captain Jack
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Circadian Rhythms

A Very Short Introduction

by Russell Foster, Leon Kreitzman ...

Series series Very Short Introductions
The earth's daily rotation affects just about every living creature. From dawn through to dusk, there are changes in light, temperature, humidity, and rainfall. However, these changes are regular, rhythmic and, therefore, predictable. Thus, the near 24 hour circadian rhythm is innate: a genetically programmed clock that essentially ticks of its own accord. This Very Short Introduction explains how ... Read more

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The earth's daily rotation affects just about every living creature. From dawn through to dusk, there are changes in light, temperature, humidity, and rainfall. However, these changes are regular, rhythmic and, therefore, predictable. Thus, the near 24 hour circadian rhythm is innate: a genetically programmed clock that essentially ticks of its own accord. This Very Short Introduction explains how
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Mr. Midshipman Easy (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Sea Adventure Novel

by Frederick Marryat, Greta Somerwick ...

First published in 1836, Mr. Midshipman Easy is among the most spirited of Frederick Marryat's naval novels, combining picaresque adventure, social satire, and comedy of education. Its young hero, Jack Easy, goes to sea armed with abstract notions of universal equality learned from his eccentric father, only to encounter the practical hierarchies, dangers, and absurdities of naval life during the ... Read more

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First published in 1836, Mr. Midshipman Easy is among the most spirited of Frederick Marryat's naval novels, combining picaresque adventure, social satire, and comedy of education. Its young hero, Jack Easy, goes to sea armed with abstract notions of universal equality learned from his eccentric father, only to encounter the practical hierarchies, dangers, and absurdities of naval life during the
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