Church Curiosities
Church Curiosities

Author: David Castleton

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1784424455

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In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects. From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

County Folk-Lore - Volume V - Examples of Printed Folk-Lore Concerning Lincolnshire
County Folk-Lore - Volume V - Examples of Printed Folk-Lore Concerning Lincolnshire

Author: Eliza Gutch

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2024-05-30

Total Pages: 477

ISBN-13: 1528799569

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Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Lincolnshire, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.