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The beautiful and powerful landscape of Scotland has always inspired awe in any traveller, in this book we look at the superstitions built up around this breath taking scenery. 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.

Wales has always been rugged and remote, full of superstitious tales concerning the surroundings. This book explores the wide range of folk tales and myths that are so special and unique to Wales. 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 an...

Wales has always been rugged and remote, full of superstitious tales concerning the surroundings. This book explores the wide range of folk tales and myths that are so special and unique to Wales. 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 an...

This collection of folklore and stories sheds light on a fascinating blend of cultures and practices.. Discussing the blend of West African religion and superstition in Jamaica through the eyes of the white Christian observer. 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 editio...

Southern Italy in the early 1900's was rural and a rustic place full of superstition and mysticism. This book is a well researched and has an oral transcript from a witch who choose to meet the author. 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 te...

Celtic folklore is fascinating and so full of superstitions, legends, and customs that this book is a must read for anybody with a passion for the history of the Isle of Man. 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.

Jane Francesca Agnes, Lady Wilde (1821-1896) was an Irish poet and mother of Oscar Wilde. She wrote under the pseudonym "Speranza" and famously supported the Irish nationalist movement. She also had a particular interest in folktales, which she collected. In "Folk Medicine, Plant Lore, and Healing Plants", Wilde looks at a variety of natural cures, healing plants, and remedies from Irish folk culture ranging from love and invisibility potions,...

The folklore of the sea has some of the most incredible and creative superstitions created by fishermen to avoid disaster and bring in a good haul of fish. In this brilliant book we have all types of charms and customs covering everything from predicting the weather to saving the lives of the men who earned their livings on the waves. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900, s and before, are no extremely scarce ...

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 amazing story back to life. 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,...

Myth is found in every culture, and various theories as to their sources have been proposed, ranging from truthful or exaggerated accounts of historical events to the personification of nature. Within this volume, Edward Clodd explores the origins and development of myth from all over the world and its relationship with religion. Contents include: "Man's First Questions", "Myths", "Myths about Sun and Moon", "Myths about Eclipses", "Myths abou...

Wishfulfillment and Symbolism in Fairy Tales" is a fascinating treatise by Franz Beda Riklin on the subject of fairy tales and their relationship to the human psyche. Riklin explores the fairy-tale form and inherent symbolism with reference to Freudian theory in what is an interesting and perhaps eye-opening analyses of these traditional tales. Contents include: "Introduction", "With Structures and their Forms", "The Wish Structure of the Fair...

This antiquarian book contains "Stephen Hero", a part of the first draft of James Joyce's seminal book, "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man". This manuscript was offered for sale in 1935 by the first publisher of "Ulysses", Miss Sylvia Beach, in her Parisian bookshop 'Shakespeare and Company'. "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" is a famous autobiographical novel written by Joyce and published posthumously. It traces the intellectua...

This early work by Anna Katharine Green was originally published at the turn of the 20th century and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. 'The Hermit Of --- Street' is one of Green's short stories of crime and mystery. Anna Katharine Green was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA in 1846. She aspired to be a writer from a young age, and corresponded with Ralph Waldo Emerson during her late teens. When her poetry failed to gain ...

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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 quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This antiquarian work contains a comprehensive guide to the many variations in the lever escapement of clocks, with information on history, manufacture, popularity, and evolution. Complete with detailed diagrams and a wealth of interesting information on the subject, this text will be of much value to the enthusiast and clock-maker, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The sections of this volume include: Double ...

A guide to the propagation of plants. Contents Include: Propagation by Seed, Propagation by Bulbs, Corms, and Tubers, Propagation by Division, Propagation by Runners, Propagation by Suckers, Propagation by Layers, Propagation by Cuttings, Propagation by Leaves, Propagation by Roots, Propagation by Grafting, Propagation by Budding, Propagation by Inarching. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has...

This text contains a detailed treatise on hypnosis, detailing its development from Mesmer to the modern psychoanalyst. Including a wealth of interesting historical information, as well as detailed analyses and concise explanations, this text is perfect for anyone with an interest in hypnosis and is not to be missed by the discerning student. The chapters of this book include: 'Svengali in the Clinic', 'Hypnotism Comes of Age', 'Who Can Be Hypn...

Portugal's countryside is beautiful and remote, steeped in rich folktales and deep religious superstition. This book is a fabulous window into an unseen old world. 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.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.