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  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Calne Curiosities: Local Lore, Forgotten Tales, and the Mysteries of a Wiltshire Market Town

Calne Curiosities: Local Lore, Forgotten Tales, and the Mysteries of a Wiltshire Market Town

Havenith, Tim

Paperback

Historical Fiction

ISBN13: 9798298692052
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Oct 1 2025
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Welcome, curious reader, to a journey through the hidden corners and perplexing tales of Calne. Within these pages, you'll discover a collection of intriguing stories and historical anomalies that have shaped our unique town. This book is an invitation to explore the lesser-known incidents, remarkable lives, and peculiar events that lie beneath the familiar surface of Calne.

Prepare to delve into mysteries and unravel historical puzzles. We'll investigate enigmatic deaths, such as the baffling circumstances behind Poison in the Pot: Unravelling a Fatal Brew and the unexpected resolution in Beyond the Arsenic: The True Cause of the Shepherd's Demise. You'll encounter figures shrouded in controversy, from Dr Pownall: The Mayor that Murdered to the legendary Morgan's Hill Hanging, and witness tales of elaborate deception like The Heiress Who Never Was: Violet Charlesworth's Grand Illusion.

But it's not all drama; we'll also celebrate the unique fabric of our community. Discover the history behind local landmarks like The Flooding of Mannings Hill, the curious Dart in the Tower, and the dramatic Collapse of St. Mary's Church Tower. Meet the fascinating individuals who left their mark on Calne, including The King of the Gypsies, Calne Convict Becomes Australia's First Postmaster, and The Rise and Fall of Thomas Large Henly: A Calne Entrepreneur. We'll even journey back to Calne and St. Dunstan: An Anglo-Saxon Story of Faith and Power.

While this collection only scratches the surface of Calne's rich history, vibrant folklore and lingering legends; it offers a glimpse into its deepest secrets and aims to bring these captivating narratives to life, weaving together a rich tapestry of local history.

So, settle in, open your mind to the unexpected, and prepare to be surprised by the true curiosities that define Calne's enduring heritage.

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