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The Flitch Of Bacon Or The Custom Of Dunmow: A Tale Of English Home

The Flitch Of Bacon Or The Custom Of Dunmow: A Tale Of English Home

Gilbert, John
Ainsworth, William Harrison

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AnthropologyFiction AnthologiesBritish History

ISBN10: 1163283215
ISBN13: 9781163283219
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 332
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Flitch of Bacon or The Custom of Dunmow is a novel by William Harrison Ainsworth that tells the story of an English couple who, after being married for a year and a day, decide to test their love by seeking the famous flitch of bacon that is awarded to any couple who can prove they have had a year of blissful marriage. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores themes of love, marriage, and tradition. The couple, Richard and Agnes, embark on a journey to the town of Dunmow, where the flitch of bacon is awarded. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a highwayman, a gypsy, and a group of boisterous farmers. The novel also delves into the history of the flitch of bacon and the customs surrounding it, providing a fascinating glimpse into English folklore and tradition. The Flitch of Bacon or The Custom of Dunmow is a charming and entertaining tale that offers a unique perspective on love and marriage in 19th century England.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.

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