Stranger than Fiction - Being Tales from the Byways of Ghost ...

Mary L Lewes

• 21 september 2017
• 9781473342729

Samenvatting:

"Stranger than Fiction - Being Tales from the Byways of Ghosts and Folk-Lore" is a fascinating treatise on folk tales and ghost stories, particularly those originating in Wales, United Kingdom. With interesting historical information and detailed descriptions of common tales, this book is highly recommended for modern readers with an interest in folk-lore and myth. Contents include: "Introductory, "Welsh Ghosts", "Welsh Ghosts (continued)", "Other Ghosts", "Corpse-Candles and the Toili", "Corpse-Candles and the Toili (continued)", "Welsh Fairies", "Wise Men, Witches, and Family Curses", "Odd Notes", and "Conclusion". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition designed for a modern audience.