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Leicestershire Folk Tales for Children

Author : Tom Phillips

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 116 pages

File Size : 11,9 MB

Release : 2018-07-23

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0750989459

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How does a goddess become a witch? Why do the 9 o'clock horses roam the streets of Leicester? Where can you find a bleeding gravestone? And should you be afraid of the shag-dog? Everywhere has a story to tell. Every building, road, forest and field. Some are true, some are not. These stories have been passed down through the ages so that we don't forget them, and now they are being passed on to you. They will open your eyes to the wonders of what lies just around the corner. You will become the keeper of these local tales. Leicestershire Folk Tales for Children is a book to read on your own, together or out loud. Bring our folk tales to life and let them leap off the page.



Forest Folk Tales for Children

Author : Tom Phillips

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 101 pages

File Size : 41,90 MB

Release : 2019-06-03

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0750991828

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Nestled within our green and pleasant land lies pockets of emerald trees. Their roots search deep into the ground and the branches reach high towards the sun. For centuries some of these have stood watching and listening to the human creatures living among them, hearing their stories and remembering. What mysteries could these woodlands tell if the trees could speak? Stories of brave deeds and foolish, star-crossed lovers, of monsters, giants and witches, hobs and kings. Discover the secrets of our forests in this engaging collection of folk tales.



Leicestershire and Rutland Folk Tales

Author : Leicestershire Guild of Storytelling

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 162 pages

File Size : 26,33 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : History

ISBN : 0752492276

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These lively and entertaining folk tales from one of Britain's most ancient counties are vividly retold by Leicestershire Guild of Storytelling. Their origins lost in the oral tradition, these thirty stories from Leicestershire and Rutland reflect the wisdom (and eccentricities) of the counties and its people. Leicestershire and Rutland have a rich and diverse collection of tales, from stories of epic battles and heroic deeds to legends of mythical creatures and ghostly goings-on. These stories, illustrated with twenty-five line drawings, bring alive the landscape of the counties' rolling hills and fertile plains. Leicestershire Guild of Storytelling is a group of professional storytellers who have been collecting and telling traditional stories for fifteen years. They regularly organise festivals and storytelling events.



Folklore

Author : Joseph Jacobs

Publisher :

Page : 622 pages

File Size : 44,14 MB

Release : 1903

Category : Electronic journals

ISBN :

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Most vols. for 1890- contain list of members of the Folk-lore Society.



A Lost Frontier Revealed

Author : Alan Fox

Publisher : Univ of Hertfordshire Press

Page : 228 pages

File Size : 48,97 MB

Release : 2010-04

Category : History

ISBN : 1907396365

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A traveller through the length and breadth of England is soon aware of cultural differences, some of which are clearly visible in the landscape. The eminent English historian Charles Phythian-Adams has put forth that England, through much of the last millennium, could be divided into regional societies, which broadly coincided with groups of pre-1974 counties. These shire assemblages in turn lay largely within the major river drainage systems of the country. In this unusual study Alan Fox tests for, and establishes, the presence of an informal frontier between two of the proposed societies astride the Leicestershire-Lincolnshire border, which lies on the watershed between the Trent and Witham drainage basins. The evidence presented suggests a strong case for a cultural frontier zone, which is announced by a largely empty landscape astride the border between the contrasting settlement patterns of these neighbouring counties.



Increasing Competence Through Collaborative Problem-Solving

Author : Gerda Hanko

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 177 pages

File Size : 34,43 MB

Release : 2016-02-04

Category : Education

ISBN : 113662354X

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First Published in 1999. This book is about the use of a specific collaborative problem-solving approach as part of a Continuing Professional Development policy. Collaborative staff development programmes - now envisaged in a DofE (1998) Programme of Action - can assist teachers in responding more appropriately, as an integral part of their daily professional task, to the learning needs of pupils with emotional and behavioural problems.



The Anthology of English Folk Tales

Author : Folk Tales Authors

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 174 pages

File Size : 12,46 MB

Release : 2016-11-03

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0750978945

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Book Description

This enchanting collection of stories gathers together folk tales from across England in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press’ popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers performing in the country today, including prominent figures Taffy Thomas MBE, Hugh Lupton and Helen East. From hidden chapels and murderous vicars to travelling fiddlers and magical shape-shifters, this book celebrates the distinct character of England’s different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a good yarn.



Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2017

Author : Bloomsbury Publishing

Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing

Page : 817 pages

File Size : 45,8 MB

Release : 2016-07-28

Category : Reference

ISBN : 1472928660

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Book Description

This bestselling guide to all areas of publishing and the media is completely revised and updated every year. The Yearbook is packed with advice, inspiration and practical guidance on who to contact and how to get published. New articles in the 2017 edition on: Stronger together: writers united by Maggie Gee Life writing: telling other people's stories by Duncan Barrett (co-author of the Sunday Times bestseller GI Brides) The how-to of writing 'how-to' books by Kate Harrison (author of the 5:2 Diet titles) Self-publishing Dos and Dont's by Alison Baverstock The Path to a bestseller by Clare Mackintosh (author of the 2015 Let Me Go) Getting your lucky break by Claire McGowan Getting your poetry out there by Neil Astley (MD and Editor at Bloodaxe Books) Selling yourself and your work online by Fig Taylor Then and now: becoming a science fiction and fantasy writer - Aliette de Bodard Writing (spy) fiction - Mick Herron Making waves online - Simon Appleby All articles are reviewed and updated every year. Key articles on Copyright Law, Tax, Publishing Agreements, E-publishing, Publishing news and trends are fully updated every year. Plus over 4,000 listings entries on who to contact and how across the media and publishing worlds In short it is 'Full of useful stuff' - J.K. Rowling Foreword to the 2017 edition by Deborah Levy.



Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature

Author : Mark A. Fabrizi

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 371 pages

File Size : 23,30 MB

Release : 2023-12-06

Category : Literary Criticism

ISBN : 1538166054

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Book Description

Stories of vampires, werewolves, zombies, witches, goblins, mummies, and other supernatural creatures have existed for time immemorial, and scary stories are among the earliest types of fiction ever recorded. Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature is an invaluable aid in studying horror literature, including influential authors, texts, terms, subgenres, and literary movements. This book contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 400 cross-referenced entries covering authors, subgenres, tropes, awards, organizations, and important terms related to horror. Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about horror literature.



Nottinghamshire Folk Tales

Author : Pete Castle

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 50,87 MB

Release : 2011-11-30

Category : History

ISBN : 075247877X

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Ranging from the silly to the gory and unsettling, Nottinghamshire Folk Tales features tales of love, murder, and all kinds of roguery. From historical to fabled, the book includes an array of heroes and villains – including the legendary Robin Hood – and lovers of the supernatural will find an abundance of fairies, ghosts and monsters. This book presents the history of the people of Nottinghamshire through the stories they have told and passed on, keeping alive the rich history of events, ideas and customs. Whether the stories are of national import or local folklore, Pete Castle has made them accessible and enjoyable.