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This unusual book is a fascinating insight into the customs of the North of England at the turn of the last century. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

This fascinating and insightful book contains an account of Mrs Robert Henrey's personal experiences in France during the early twentieth century. This edition combines two of her books about the...

In the first part of this Treatise Hume has established the independence self-sufficingness of the passions and of man's moral nature and defended them against all dictation of reason. In the books...

Contents Include: Italy Attacks Abyssinia The Attitude of the British and French Governments The Economic Causes of the Drive for Empire Imperialism and Fascism The League of Nations Abyssinia and...

The Aino people of Japan are very little known and where treated as savages when discovered by western travellers. Their religion was rich and cultured and this book opens the eyes of the reader to a...

This volume features Andrew Lang's detailed exploration of Ancient Egyptian mythology, religion, and folklore. First published in 1877, this in-depth volume examines the Ancient Egyptian deities,...

A detailed study of the beginnings of witchcraft and its relation to the Christian world. This pagan history is fascinating and thought provoking as we realise the terrible acts committed because of...

The Aino people of Japan are very little known and where treated as savages when discovered by western travellers. Their religion was rich and cultured and this book opens the eyes of the reader to a...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high...

This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive guide to constructing and furnishing aviaries, bird rooms, and cages. Written in simple, clear language and profusely illustrated, this book will be of...

The Bantu people cover a wide swathe of Africa and their legends have changed and evolved separately but have maintained a thread unique only held by Bantu legends. This book is a must read for...

The history of the gypsies is a confusing and exciting one. From their first appearance in Europe to the persecution that had them banned from cities and hunted. This book is a great insight into an...

Bird cults have existed in almost every culture from the ancient Egyptians to the Polynesians of Easter Island. This book looks at one of the worlds least known but most fascinating cultures, the...

The Chinese have such a vast array of rituals and superstitions connecting with all aspects of public and private life. This book focuses on one of the richest veins within the customs and Chinese...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high...

This vintage work contains a comprehensive guide to designing fishing gear, with information on designing gill nets, purse seines, trawls, etc. Part A of this manual, 'Theory', briefly describes...

During these times when such superstitious beliefs were almost universally accepted the most popular way to ward off the evil eye and ill omens was to use charms and counter charms. Many of the...

This book explores clouds and cloud formations in folklore and superstition. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

Contents Include CONFUCIANISM Confucius and the Confucian School Religious Ideas of the Confucian Classes Confucian Ethics Modern Confucianism TAOISM Lao-tzu The Tao-Teth-Ching Later Taoist Writers...

Cornwall has always been a county largely given to hospitality, they have met from time immemorial made it a practice to meet at each others houses to celebrate their feasts and saints days. Many of...

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 Cornwall, or with an interest in the rich...

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 Yorkshire, or with an interest in the...

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 Orkney and Shetland, or with an interest...

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...

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 Fife, or with an interest in the rich...

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 Yorkshire, or with an interest in the...

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 Leicestershire and Rutland, or with an...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high...

The witchcraft case of Dame Alice Kyteler is famous in Ireland for the incredible story of her capture and escape. This book uses manuscripts from the archives of the British museum to bring this...

An eclectic volume on the history of the supernatural in Britain and Ireland. Illustrating detailed aspects of mysticism and sorcery, this volume is a carefully curated collection of articles...