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Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V1

Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V1

Bray

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryAnthropologyMythology & Folklore

ISBN10: 1428616551
ISBN13: 9781428616554
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 26 2006
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V1 is a book written by Mrs. Bray that explores the rich cultural heritage of Devonshire, a county in southwestern England. The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of Devonshire's folklore and history. The first section focuses on traditions, including local customs, festivals, and celebrations. The author describes the colorful and unique ways in which the people of Devonshire mark important events throughout the year. The second section delves into legends, which are stories passed down through generations that often have a supernatural or mythical element. The author shares some of the most famous legends from Devonshire, including tales of ghosts, witches, and other mysterious creatures. The third section examines superstitions, which are beliefs that are not based in fact but are widely held nonetheless. The author explores the many superstitions that have been a part of Devonshire's culture for centuries, from the belief in fairies to the idea that certain plants and animals bring good luck or bad luck. Finally, the book includes sketches of Devonshire, providing readers with a visual representation of the county's landscape and architecture. These sketches give readers a sense of what life was like in Devonshire during the time that the book was written. Overall, Traditions, Legends, Superstitions And Sketches Of Devonshire: On The Borders Of The Tamar And The Tavy V1 is a fascinating exploration of a unique and vibrant region of England. It offers readers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Devonshire and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in folklore, history, or English culture.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.

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