Local Legends (1872)

By Anonymous

Book Overview

Local Legends is a book published in 1872 by an anonymous author. It is a collection of stories and legends that are specific to certain localities in England. The book is divided into chapters, each one dedicated to a specific region or town, such as Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. The author has gathered these stories through personal experience, research, and interviews with locals. The tales range from ghost stories and supernatural occurrences to historical anecdotes and local myths. The author has also included descriptions of the landscapes and cultural traditions of each region, providing a rich and detailed picture of life in rural England in the 19th century. Overall, Local Legends is a fascinating read for anyone interested in folklore, history, or the cultural heritage of 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437063144
• ISBN13: 9781437063141
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"