The Legend Of Shakespeare's Crab Tree (1857)

By Charles Frederick Green

Book Overview

The Legend of Shakespeare's Crab Tree is a book written by Charles Frederick Green and published in 1857. The book tells the story of a tree located in the town of Bidford-on-Avon, which is believed to have been planted by William Shakespeare himself. According to legend, the tree was planted by Shakespeare after he was caught poaching on the land of Sir Thomas Lucy, who was known for his strict enforcement of game laws.The book explores the history and significance of the tree, which has become a popular tourist attraction in Bidford-on-Avon. It also delves into the folklore surrounding the tree, including stories of ghosts and supernatural occurrences.In addition to the legend of Shakespeare's Crab Tree, the book also includes a history of Bidford-on-Avon and the surrounding area, providing readers with a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region. The book is a fascinating exploration of history, folklore, and literature, and is sure to captivate readers with its intriguing tales and insights into the world of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.With A Descriptive Account Showing Its Relation To The Poet�������s Traditional History.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: 1166150461
• ISBN13: 9781166150464
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"