Folklore and Customs of Rural England

David & Charles, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1975. Reprint. Hardcover (Original Cloth). Very Good Condition/Very Good. 'The Good Old Days' in country areas were ruled by local customs and folklore. This delightful book describes much of England's more important country lore, using contemporary accounts and adding historical material to show the richness of what inevitably lies behind us - often within living memory but not again to be experienced first hand. Old beliefs, superstitions and rituals, their origins long forgotten, lingered on as part of the collective wisdom of the country community, as they still do here and there, safeguarding family, farm and possessions, reflecting the natural longing for security and prosperity. Yet old irrational beliefs are deeply embodied in subconscious folk memory and hints of them are still heard in country conversations. At heart, England is still a rural nation. This book throws light on her roots. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 208 pages. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. Foxing to front end-papers, but body of book clean and unfoxed. in archive acetate film protection. Dust Jacket un-clipped. Gilt titles spine. brown cloth; illustrated by b/w. drawings & photo's.. Includes notes & references; bibliography & index. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Myths, Legends & Folklore; Rural Customs; Superstitions; Sociology & Culture; Britain/UK; Farming & Rural Life. ISBN: 0874715490. ISBN/EAN: 9780874715491. Inventory No: 4843. . 9780874715491