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The Oakleaf Books Imprint
Oakleaf Books (an imprint of Oakmagic Publications) is proud to present a selection of exceedingly rare antiquarian reprints. The authors represented in this collection were unique in their field and collected their material at a time when many of the folk memories, superstitions and witchcraft beliefs were fast fading in rural communities across England and Wales. The volumes provide the reader with a wealth of ancient lore formerly inaccessible and of enduring interest to the student of folk customs and magical ritual.
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WITCHCRAFT, CUSTOMS & SUPERSTITIONS OF SOMERSET Charles Henry Poole Charles Poole, the Somerset antiquarian, originally published this book in 1877. It contains sections on witchcraft, pagan survivals and wassailing, plus information on dowsing and ghosts. ISBN 1 901163792. ALREADY PUBLISHED |
DORSETSHIRE WITCHCRAFT & CHARMS John Symonds Udal Originally published in 1922 by a Dorsetshire antiquarian, this complete guide to the folklore of Dorset includes sections on superstitions, witchcraft and charms. A unique and rare guide. ISBN 1 90116344X ALREADY PUBLISHED |
HEREFORDSHIRE WORDS, SUPERSTITIONS & CUSTOMS Francis T Havergaal Written by the Prebendary of Hereford Cathedral in 1887, this collection of the colloquial and archaic words and phrases of Hereford provides an illuminating insight into the folk beliefs and traditions of a now vanished Herefordshire. ISBN 1 901163 99 7 |
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WITCHCRAFT, TOADLORE & CHARMS OF THE NORTHERN COUNTIES William Henderson Henderson's long unavailable account of the witchcraft of the northern counties and Borders of England was first published in 1866 but it is still the most detailed guide to the subject. It includes sections on the evil eye, toadlore and magical rituals. ISBN 1 903742005 |
FOLKLORE AND WITCHCRAFT OF HEREFORDSHIRE Ella Mary Leather First published in 1922 by the eminent folklorist Ella Mary Leather, this remains an unrivalled account of the superstitions and witchcraft beliefs of the border country of Hereford. A collector's item. ISBN 1 901163849 |
HAWKER'S CORNISH WITCHCRAFT Robert Stephen Hawker The Rev Hawker, the eccentric clergyman of Morwenstow, North Cornwall, lived and worked among people steeped in superstition. This book includes his notes and insights, relating to ill-wishing, cunning-folk, charming and the evil eye. Illuminating and incisive. ISBN 1 903742013 ALREADY PUBLISHED |
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SHROPSHIRE WITCHCRAFT Charlotte Sophia Burne Based on the collections of Georgina Jackson and first published in 1883, this account of witchcraft beliefs in Shropshire encompasses charming, divination and cures. Unsurpassed in its detail. ISBN 1 90374203X |
WITCHCRAFT IN WALES Elias Owen Published in 1896 by a clergyman from North Wales, this remains the definitive guide to the subject of Welsh witchcraft. Owen collected many of these stories as part of his duties as a Diocesan inspector of schools. Also contains a number of rare charms in the original Welsh language. ISBN 1 90116389X ALREADY PUBLISHED |
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LANCASHIRE WITCHCRAFT, CHARMS & SPELLS John Harland & T T Wilkinson
An authoritative guide to the witches, witchfinders and witchcraft of 15th century Lancashire. Also has a detailed section on folk charms. Fascinating. ISBN: 1 903742048 AVAILABLE NOW |
PANDAEMONIUM Richard Bovet First published in 1684, and previously unobtainable, this is one of the most remarkable books ever published on the occult. Bovet, who came from Somerset, was an ardent Puritan and an opponent of witchcraft. Indispensable for the student of witchcraft and West Country folklore. Published in commemoration of 50 years since the repeal of the Witchcraft Act. ISBN 1 903742056 |
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Little Books of Ancient Lore
The Little Book of Ancient Charms provides the reader with a fascinating glimpse into the charms and spells used in Britain right up until the 19th century. This little book covers a wide range of charms ranging from wart charming through to love charms. Essential reading for anyone who has an interest in folklore or magic. Price £2.00
The Little Book of Ancient Plant Lore is the essential guide to superstitions and beliefs relating to plants. This little book comprises a great deal of less wellknown witchcraft beliefs and has information on all the well known, and some of the lesser known plants of the UK. Price £2.00
The Little Book of Ancient Grave Lore provides the reader with a goldmine of information regarding the superstitions connected to death. From ghosts to grave rituals and phantom encounters, this little book covers every aspect of the folklore of the great unknown. Price £2.50
The Little Book of Ancient Bird Lore gives an all round account of all the best and lesser known superstitions relating to our feathered friends. An absolutely fascinating account. Price £2.00
T F Thiselton Dyer, the author of these charming books, was an acknowledged expert on British folklore and collected many of the superstitions, charms and rituals which form the fascination for these little books from first hand sources in the late 19th century. He was also author of 'Domestic Folklore' (1881), 'Folklore of Women' (1906) and 'Folklore of Shakespeare' (1883).
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