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This volume features Andrew Lang's detailed exploration of Ancient Egyptian mythology, religion, and folklore.First published in 1877, this in-depth volume examines the Ancient Egyptian deities, gods, and religious folklore. The perfect read for those...

South eastern Russia is a vast stunning landscape with a beautiful and intricate cultures. This book looks into superstition and cultures of the Mordvin and Khazar kingdoms. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

A collection of ancient and whimsical folklore tales from the Shetland Isles.First published in 1899, John Spence's collection of folk tales from Shetland explore many long-forgotten superstitious beliefs and stories of magical creatures that linger on...

Numberless customs in Wales which appear to be meaningless, to people of average culture, are in truth replete with meaning. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...

The English countryside was full of customs and superstitions relating to the animals that were seen in every day life. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...

The folklore and myths of Scandinavia is fascinating and enchanting. This book looks into the creation myths of the Finnish people and the tales of Iceland. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now...

This unusual book is a fascinating insight into the customs of the North of England at the turn of the last century. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive...

The nomadic lifestyle holds magic and incredible mystery in the eyes of the western world. This fascinating book deals with the superstitions of the nomadic Berbers. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are...

This unusual book deals with the legends, popular notions, and proverbs relating to the bird life on the African Island of Madagascar. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

The ancient history of Ireland is full of tales of wars and great victories. This book delves in to the legends and myths surrounding the history of this enchanting country. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

Jane Francesca Agnes, Lady Wilde (1821-1896) was an Irish poet and mother of Oscar Wilde. She wrote under the pseudonym "Speranza" and famously supported the Irish nationalist movement. She also had a particular interest in folktales, which she collected...

The Mordvins are a unique people living in Russia. So far as is known, the Mordvins never worshipped images or natural objects as such. This interesting and well researched book is a brilliant insight to a kingdom of people that is little known in...

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Northamptonshire, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the...

The Bantu people cover a wide swathe of Africa and their legends have changed and evolved separately but have maintained a thread unique only held by Bantu legends. This book is a must read for anybody with in interest in the incredible world of African...

The beautiful and powerful landscape of Scotland has always inspired awe in any traveller, in this book we look at the superstitions built up around this breath taking scenery. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

In glancing at the superstitions connected with Scottish lochs and springs, we are called upon to scan a chapter of our social history not yet closed. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely...

Morris dancing is unique to the British Isles. In this book we explore the rich history of this long standing tradition. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...

A compact collection of unique Welsh folk tales and myths.Wales is a rugged and remote country, with many curious tales of superstition and myth concerning its surroundings. This small collection of stories was collated in 1880 by American journalist and...

The history of the gypsies is a confusing and exciting one. From their first appearance in Europe to the persecution that had them banned from cities and hunted. This book is a great insight into an entire race dislocated with the rest of Europe. Many of...

Cornwall has always been a county largely given to hospitality, they have met from time immemorial made it a practice to meet at each others houses to celebrate their feasts and saints days. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to...

The Aino people of Japan are very little known and where treated as savages when discovered by western travellers. Their religion was rich and cultured and this book opens the eyes of the reader to a culture that so few people know of. Many of the...

The early pagan religions and belief systems in Britain are a fascinating and often over looked subject. This book deals with the subject in a learned and insightful way. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

The Mediaeval period also know as the dark ages in Europe, was a hotbed for superstition and witchcraft hunts. This book looks at the beliefs and fears of the mediaeval people and how that fear led to the witch hunts and the witch trials and burnings...

This compact volume is a wealth of knowledge on Neapolitan witchcraft, with a primary focus on the folklore behind the Cimaruta. Delve into the mysticism of rural Southern Italy in the early 1900s and explore the many traditional superstitions and...

The folklore of the sea has some of the most incredible and creative superstitions created by fishermen to avoid disaster and bring in a good haul of fish. In this brilliant book we have all types of charms and customs covering everything from predicting...

The Aino people of Japan are very little known and where treated as savages when discovered by western travellers. Their religion was rich and cultured and this book opens the eyes of the reader to a culture that so few people know of. Many of the...

This collection of informative essays are a fascinating examination of Malaysian folklore.Detailing the history of spiritualism in Malaysia and the Malaysian peninsula, these essays explore a variety of cultures and examine the differences and...

There is no superstition stronger in Ireland then a belief in the curative power of the sacred wells that are scattered over the country. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

Bird cults have existed in almost every culture from the ancient Egyptians to the Polynesians of Easter Island. This book looks at one of the worlds least known but most fascinating cultures, the Ainu people of Japan. Many of the earliest books,...

The Apache Indians of North America have a rich and intricate religion, revolving around the animals they see and the Earth they revere. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

The vast Mongolian steppe is a place that few people will ever get to see. This enthralling book is a glimpse into the mysticism and stories spawned by this incredible landscape and rugged nomadic people. Many of the earliest books, particularly those...

This collection of folklore and stories sheds light on a fascinating blend of cultures and practices.. Discussing the blend of West African religion and superstition in Jamaica through the eyes of the white Christian observer. Many of the earliest books,...

The divine myths of the vast American continent are a topic which a lifetime entirely devoted to the study could not exhaust. This fascinating study by Andrew Lang is packed full of rich stories and well drawn conclusions relating to the myths and...

A thorough and complete essay on religion, before religion as we know it was fully formed. 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...

A detailed study of the beginnings of witchcraft and its relation to the Christian world. This pagan history is fascinating and thought provoking as we realise the terrible acts committed because of superstition and fear. Many of the earliest books,...

English counties have a rich language and vocabulary all of their own. In this book, we see a rich insight into the north of England through the eyes of an outsider. Many of the earliest books, those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now...

This classic tale of Arabian hero and adventurer Sinbad, is a translation of the original Arabic tale. With a brief description of the history and meaning of the tale, from a member of the folklore society. Many of the earliest books, particularly those...

The philosophy of Rumplestiltskin was delivered as a lecture to the esteemed members of the Folklore Society. An engaging look at how the science of folklore was treated at the time while giving a very fresh look upon the classic fairytale...

Since the dawn of time fire has been the source of awe, respect and reverence. In this unusual book find how fire was used in the rituals and beliefs of many different cultures. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

This charming book was originally published in 1912. It contains twelve of Hans Christian Andersen's most loved tales including: The little Mermaid, The Red Shoes, The Storks, The Ugly Duckling, Thumbelina, and The Steadfast Tin Soldier. These wonderful...

This collection, Hans Andersen Fairy Tales contains twenty-two of Hans Christian's most well-loved tales, and is illustrated by the charming colour and black-and-white drawings of Milo Winter. The stories include: 'The Tinder Box'; 'The Ugly Duckling';...

This collection, 'Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales' contains eighteen of Hans Christian's best-loved tales, and is illustrated by the charming plates and black and white line drawings of Anne Anderson. The stories include: 'Little Ida's Flowers'; 'The Red...

Originally published in 1922, The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault is a wonderful collection of some true classics of children's literature. Perrault (1628 - 1703) was among the first writers to bring magical children's stories into the literary...

Originally published in 1916, Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen, is illustrated with the magnificent colour and black and white illustrations of Harry Clarke. This collection contains twenty-four of Andersen's stories, including such well-known and loved...

This beautiful collection of Hans Christian Andersen's 1932 fairy tale anthology is illustrated by the masterful Arthur Rackham.Danish poet and author, Hans Christian Andersen always wrote fairy tales in his unique, colloquial style. His charming moral...

This charming early work, first published in 1910, is the fifth book in a series of twelve ‘coloured’ fairy books published by Andrew Lang between 1889 and 1910. Illustrated with black and white plates and numerous illustrations, this book is thoroughly...

'More English Fairy Tales' is a collection of stories written by Joseph Jacobs, accompanied by the masterful black-and-white illustrations of John D. Batten. It includes such tales as 'The Pied Piper', 'Tattercoats', 'The Golden Ball', 'Coat O'Clay',...

""Der Aberglaube und die katholische Kirche des Mittelalters"" ist ein Buch von Joseph Fehr, das im Jahr 1857 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Es besch�����ftigt sich mit dem Thema des Aberglaubens im Mittelalter und dessen Verbindung zur katholischen Kirche...