Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire

On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V3

von Bray

380 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V3"" is a book written by Mrs. Bray that explores the history, folklore, and culture of Devonshire, a county in southwest England. The book is the third volume in a series and focuses specifically on the area near the Tamar and Tavy rivers, which form the boundary between Devon and Cornwall. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Devonshire life. The first section explores the local traditions and customs, including festivals, fairs, and other celebrations. The second section delves into the legends and folklore of the region, including stories of ghosts, witches, and other supernatural beings. The third section examines the superstitions and beliefs of the people of Devonshire, from lucky charms to omens and portents.The final section of the book is a collection of sketches and anecdotes about the people and places of Devonshire. Mrs. Bray draws on her own experiences and observations to paint a vivid picture of life in this rural county. Through her writing, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the rich history and culture of Devonshire and the people who call it home.Overall, ""Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V3"" is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of England's most unique and captivating regions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, history, or the culture of the British Isles.In Three Volumes. Illustrative Of Its Manners, Customs, History, Antiquities, Scenery, And Natural History, In A Series Of Letters To Robert Southey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie und Anthropologie Anthropologie
• ISBN: 9781428616578
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.05.2006
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC