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Strange Pages from Family Papers
In 'Strange Pages from Family Papers' by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer, readers are invited to explore a collection of mysterious and intriguing stories taken from real family papers. Thiselton-Dyer weaves together tales of superstition, folklore, and strange occurrences, showcasing his skill in capturing the essence of bygone eras with a touch of the supernatural. Written in a compelling narrative style reminiscent of Gothic fiction, the book transports readers to a time where the line between reality and the supernatural was blurred, making it a fascinating read for those interested in both history and paranormal phenomena. Thiselton-Dyer's attention to detail and vivid storytelling bring the chara...
The Folk-Lore of Plants
The Reverend Thomas Firminger Thiselton-Dyer, MA, Oxon was a son of William George Thiselton-Dyer, physician and of Catherine Jane, née Firminger. He was educated at King's College School and at Pembroke College, Oxford. He was an English writer of popular non-fiction books, including British Customs: Past and Present, The Folk-lore of Plants, and perhaps most famously, Strange Pages from Family Papers, which was considered a masterpiece of popular historical writing.
Folk-Lore of Women
Rev. Thomas Firminger Thiselton-Dyer, MA, Oxon (1848-1928) was an English writer of popular non-fiction books, including British Customs: Past and Present, The Folk-Lore of Plants, and perhaps most famously, Strange Pages from Family Papers, which was considered a masterpiece of popular historical writing. He was particularly admired for his ability to couple in-depth research with the suspense and excitement normally associated with the nascent art of detective fiction. His other works include: English Folk-Lore (1878), Folk-Lore of Shakespeare (1883), Church-Lore Gleanings (1892), Royalty in All Ages (1903) and Folk- Lore of Women (1911).
Folk-Lore of Women
A collection of traditions, superstitions, folk-tales and sayings, about women. Sexist, but then again, this was published in 1906, so there you go. Chapters include, Woman's Beauty, Woman's Tongue, Bad Women, Red-Haired Girls, Women As Wives, Woman's Characteristics, Woman's Fickleness, and Superstitions About Women.
The Ghost World
Reproduction of the original: The Ghost World by T.F Thiselton Dyer
Folk-Lore of Women
Folklore of misogny would probably be a better title for this book. Replete with Victorian stereotypes of women, this book draws on many different traditions from around the world to portray women as simultaneously the 'weaker sex' and the source of all evil. Missing or scarce here are women's voices or traditions. However, this work is an essential starting point if you want to enumerate traditional male attitudes about women.
Royalty in All Ages
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