Lancashire Folklore - John Harland - Bog

Lancashire Folklore is a book written by John Harland that provides an in-depth look into the folklore and traditions of the Lancashire region in England. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Lancashire folklore, including tales of ghosts, witches, fairies, and other supernatural beings. It also includes information on local customs, festivals, and superstitions that have been passed down through generations. Harland's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a variety of sources, including old books, manuscripts, and oral traditions, to provide a comprehensive overview of Lancashire folklore. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Lancashire, as well as those with an interest in folklore and the supernatural.1867. Illustrative of the superstitious beliefs and practices, local customs and usages of the people of the County Palatine. The North of England generally, and Lancashire in particular, is remarkably rich in its folklore. Possessed and peopled in succession by the Celts of ancient Britain, but the Angles and other Teutonic peoples, by the Scandinavian races, and by Norman and other foreign settlers at early periods, the result of the respective contributions of these various peoples is necessarily a large mass of traditionary lore. It is the object of this volume to bring this together and present it in a collected form.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.