"Rustic Speech and Folk-Lore" by Elizabeth Mary Wright is a captivating exploration of the rich tapestry of rural language and traditions. Wright delves into the vernacular of the countryside, capturing the unique expressions and idioms that define local culture. Through her meticulous research, she brings to life the stories and sayings that have been passed down through generations, highlighting the importance of preserving these linguistic treasures. The book serves as both a linguistic...

In "Rustic Speech and Folk-Lore," Elizabeth Mary Wright delves into the rich tapestry of rural dialects and folk traditions, intricately weaving together linguistic analysis and cultural ethnography. This scholarly work meticulously documents the nuances of regional vernacular, offering readers a window into the lives and identities of rural communities. Through a blend of engaging narrative and rigorous academic analysis, Wright captures the essence of oral traditions, illustrating how la...

Includes many delightful contemporary photographs, and detailed instructions and charts show how to knit a Cornish guernsey incorporating one of 30 local patterns

Meet the Golovliovs, the ultimate dysfunctional family. In the difficult transition years before and after the liberation of Russia’s serfs, the Golovliovs are a gentry family ill-equipped to face the adaptations necessary in the new social order. Petty, back-biting, greedy, rigid, ignorant, and cruel, their personalities are captured in the array of nicknames they themselves give each other: The Hag, Little Judas, Simple Simon, Pavel the Sneak, the Orphans, the Blood-Sucker. They hate eac...

"A book about wool and sheep, the making of Scotland, England and farming, textile manufacture, folklore and, crucially, the essential craft of knitting." —Janice Galloway, author of JellyfishOver the course of a year, Esther Rutter—who grew up on a sheep farm in Suffolk, and learned to spin, weave and knit as a child—travels the length of the British Isles, to tell the story of wool's long history here.She unearths fascinating histories of communi...

Get out your knitting needles, crochet hooks and sewing machines and learn to make something truly original!Complete with step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, these projects – from knitted fingerless gloves to upcycled vintage summer bunting – will add individuality to your home and wardrobe, and also make perfect gifts.25 fun and simple projects to make, perfect for beginners.Complete with patterns, and knitting, sewing and crochet basics.Incl...

Aleister Crowley (1875-1947) - mystic, writer, poet, astrologer, sexual revolutionary, painter, mountain climber and social critic - has a terrifying reputation. The contemporary press labelled him the 'wickedest man in the world', while he called himself the 'great beast'. Crowley dabbled in the occult, supported Germany in the First World War, was addicted to opiates, and many who associated with him died tragically in mysterious circumstances.Working from the starting point that...

From making stripes to making shapes, from tension swatches to avoiding tension headaches, from creating fringes to dealing with frogging, youll find all the handy, easy-to-follow advice you need in The Knitting Pocket Bible to ease your woolly worries. Theres also valuable advice on what items to make for friends and family, tips on what to do if you drop stitches or it all goes wrong and a handy guide to deciphering knitting patterns.Wondering how to set up a knitting ...

Doreen Valiente was one of the most respected English witches to have influenced the modern day Pagan movement. In this book, a re-visit of her first literary outing of 1962, she examines Witchcraft in Sussex, the role of the Horned God, hares and the moon, folk-rites and the powers of witchcraft. She is hereby laying the foundations of the modern day Witchcraft move- ment. As Gerald Gardner is now commonly thought of as the 'Father' of contemporary Witchcraft, so Doreen is known affection...

There’s something magical about a kiss…When he accepts a job as Maximilian St. James’s valet, Kit Lawrence doesn’t expect it to last. But then he meets Jennie Hickson, maid to the new Mrs. St. James, and suddenly he’s hoping to be near her for the rest of his life…A bonus story to ABOUT A ROGUE in the Desperately Seekig Duke series.

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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.