Maypoles, Martyrs and Mayhem : 366 days of British myths, customs & eccentricities Paperback / softback
by Quentin Cooper, Paul Sullivan
Paperback / softback
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This work offers insight into the part played by superstition in British history - the omens and beliefs that have guided kings and shaped the course of battles.
Fact, myth and slapstick have all played their part in the story of these islands, and popular versions of events sometimes differ from those found in the standard history books.
This book contains over 400 current and continuing customs, over 300 things to see, and over 150 haunted sites.
Each of the customs and celebrations included is given its appropriate day, from New Year's Day to Hogmanay, from Shetland to the Channel Islands.
When relevant, a story or event is included.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:384 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:27/07/1995
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- ISBN:9780747522065
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:384 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:27/07/1995
- Category:
- ISBN:9780747522065