Isbn: 9781330280607 - the dialect and folk-lore of northamptonshire (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive collection of the vernacular speech and traditions of Northamptonshire, which is notable for its cultural distinctiveness and traditions which have survived into modern times. The author delves deeply into the historical and cultural context of these traditions and the ways in which they have shaped the region's folklore and customs. From the curious dialect which mixes Saxon and Anglian influences to the various superstitions and beliefs of the local people, the book provides a fascinating and detailed account of a rich and unique cultural heritage. At its heart, this book is a celebration of Northamptonshire's cultural distinctiveness, and shows how such traditions can connect us with our past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…