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The Corpse with The Eerie Eye

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The Corpse with the Eerie Eye, first published in 1942 (and in the UK as Castle-Dinas) features private investigator Philip Tolefree. From the dustjacket: "There was mystery rampant in Castle-Dinas, although Tolefree at first didn't recognize it. He thought he was there to straighten out a lovers' quarrel—until the telephone rang at dinner that night and turned a gay and charming atmosphere into ... Read more

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The Corpse with the Eerie Eye, first published in 1942 (and in the UK as Castle-Dinas) features private investigator Philip Tolefree. From the dustjacket: "There was mystery rampant in Castle-Dinas, although Tolefree at first didn't recognize it. He thought he was there to straighten out a lovers' quarrel—until the telephone rang at dinner that night and turned a gay and charming atmosphere into
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George Borrow: The Man and his Work

by Robert Alfred John Walling ...

“What is your opinion of death, Mr. Petulengro?” . . . “There’s night and day, brother, both sweet things; sun, moon, and stars, brother, all sweet things; there’s likewise a wind on the heath. Life is very sweet, brother; who would wish to die?” The speakers were two young men, met casually on breezy Household Heath outside the city of Norwich; the time towards sunset on a fine evening; the year ... Read more

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“What is your opinion of death, Mr. Petulengro?” . . . “There’s night and day, brother, both sweet things; sun, moon, and stars, brother, all sweet things; there’s likewise a wind on the heath. Life is very sweet, brother; who would wish to die?” The speakers were two young men, met casually on breezy Household Heath outside the city of Norwich; the time towards sunset on a fine evening; the year
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The 100 Best British Ghost Stories

by Gillian Bennett ...

Britain is full of ghostly stories - from the wraith of John Donne's wife to the Cock Lane poltergeist. Gillian Bennett has collected together the 100 best tales told to frighten and enthral over the last four centuries. Famous hauntings and familiar legends are combined with unusual and long-lost accounts of apparitions, boggarts, black dogs and 'unhappy houses' in this lively new collection. ... Read more

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Britain is full of ghostly stories - from the wraith of John Donne's wife to the Cock Lane poltergeist. Gillian Bennett has collected together the 100 best tales told to frighten and enthral over the last four centuries. Famous hauntings and familiar legends are combined with unusual and long-lost accounts of apparitions, boggarts, black dogs and 'unhappy houses' in this lively new collection.
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Castle Rackrent

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During the 1790s, with Ireland in political crisis, Maria Edgeworth made a surprisingly rebellious choice: in Castle Rackrent, her first novel, she adopted an Irish Catholic voice to narrate the decline of a family from her own Anglo-Irish class. Castle Rackrent's narrator, Thady Quirk, gives us four generations of Rackrent heirs - Sir Patrick, the dissipated spendthrift; Sir Murtagh, the ... Read more

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During the 1790s, with Ireland in political crisis, Maria Edgeworth made a surprisingly rebellious choice: in Castle Rackrent, her first novel, she adopted an Irish Catholic voice to narrate the decline of a family from her own Anglo-Irish class. Castle Rackrent's narrator, Thady Quirk, gives us four generations of Rackrent heirs - Sir Patrick, the dissipated spendthrift; Sir Murtagh, the
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Quaint Old Customs of Wales (Folklore History Series)

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Numberless customs in Wales which appear to be meaningless, to people of average culture, are in truth replete with meaning. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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Numberless customs in Wales which appear to be meaningless, to people of average culture, are in truth replete with meaning. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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Sponge Cake at Funerals And Other Quaint Old Customs

Magical Creatures, A Weiser Books Collection

by William Wirt Sikes, Varla A. Ventura ...

Series series Magical Creatures
Varla Ventura, fan favorite on Huffington Post’s Weird News, frequent guest on Coast to Coast, and bestselling author of The Book of the Bizarre and Beyond Bizarre, introduces a new Weiser Books Collection of forgotten crypto-classics. Magical Creatures is a hair-raising herd of affordable digital editions, curated with Varla’s affectionate and unerring eye for the fantastic.Birth rituals, ... Read more

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Varla Ventura, fan favorite on Huffington Post’s Weird News, frequent guest on Coast to Coast, and bestselling author of The Book of the Bizarre and Beyond Bizarre, introduces a new Weiser Books Collection of forgotten crypto-classics. Magical Creatures is a hair-raising herd of affordable digital editions, curated with Varla’s affectionate and unerring eye for the fantastic.Birth rituals,
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A Letter Book

Enriched edition. Selected with an Introduction on the History and Art of Letter-Writing

by George Saintsbury, Roderick Lancaster ...

In "A Letter Book," George Saintsbury curates an exquisite collection of correspondence that spans centuries and cultures, illuminating the evolution of letter writing as both an art form and a vital medium of communication. The book is rich in literary style, showcasing a variety of voices'—from the deeply personal to the broadly political'—underpinned by Saintsbury's insightful commentary. His ... Read more

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In "A Letter Book," George Saintsbury curates an exquisite collection of correspondence that spans centuries and cultures, illuminating the evolution of letter writing as both an art form and a vital medium of communication. The book is rich in literary style, showcasing a variety of voices'—from the deeply personal to the broadly political'—underpinned by Saintsbury's insightful commentary. His
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George Borrow and His Circle

Exploring the Influences and Relationships of a Romantic Wanderer in 19th-Century Literary Circles

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In "George Borrow and His Circle," Clement King Shorter delves into the life and literary contributions of George Borrow, a prominent 19th-century writer known for his vivid portrayals of the Romani people and his travels across Europe. Shorter'Äôs work employs a biographical narrative interwoven with critical analysis, offering readers a detailed exploration of Borrow's literary style, marked by ... Read more

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In "George Borrow and His Circle," Clement King Shorter delves into the life and literary contributions of George Borrow, a prominent 19th-century writer known for his vivid portrayals of the Romani people and his travels across Europe. Shorter'Äôs work employs a biographical narrative interwoven with critical analysis, offering readers a detailed exploration of Borrow's literary style, marked by
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English Eccentrics and Eccentricities

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"English Eccentrics and Eccentricities" by John Timbs explores the fascinating world of eccentric individuals throughout English history. Timbs delves into the lives of various characters who defy societal norms, showcasing their unique behaviors and quirks. From artists and writers to aristocrats and common folk, the book highlights how these eccentrics contributed to culture and society. Timbs ... Read more

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"English Eccentrics and Eccentricities" by John Timbs explores the fascinating world of eccentric individuals throughout English history. Timbs delves into the lives of various characters who defy societal norms, showcasing their unique behaviors and quirks. From artists and writers to aristocrats and common folk, the book highlights how these eccentrics contributed to culture and society. Timbs
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The Social History of Smoking

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"The Social History of Smoking" by George Latimer Apperson explores the cultural and historical significance of smoking throughout various societies. Apperson delves into the origins of tobacco use, tracing its journey from indigenous rituals to its widespread adoption in Europe and beyond. The book examines how smoking has influenced social interactions, economic practices, and even health ... Read more

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"The Social History of Smoking" by George Latimer Apperson explores the cultural and historical significance of smoking throughout various societies. Apperson delves into the origins of tobacco use, tracing its journey from indigenous rituals to its widespread adoption in Europe and beyond. The book examines how smoking has influenced social interactions, economic practices, and even health
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The Life of George Borrow

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During the whole of Borrow's manhood there was probably only one period when he was unquestionably happy in his work and content with his surroundings. He may almost be said to have concentrated into the seven years (1833-1840) that he was employed by the British and Foreign Bible Society in Russia, Portugal and Spain, a lifetime's energy and resource. From an unknown hack-writer, who hawked about ... Read more

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During the whole of Borrow's manhood there was probably only one period when he was unquestionably happy in his work and content with his surroundings. He may almost be said to have concentrated into the seven years (1833-1840) that he was employed by the British and Foreign Bible Society in Russia, Portugal and Spain, a lifetime's energy and resource. From an unknown hack-writer, who hawked about
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The Life Of Sir Walter Scott

by Andrew Lang ...

If all reading mankind had time to read Lockhart's Life of Scott, a brief volume on Sir Walter would be a thing without excuse. The author still has tried to compress as much as possible of the essence of Lockhart's great book into this space, with a few additions from other sources. Contents: Preface Chapter I - Ancestry, Childhood, Youth, First Love, Marriage Chapter Ii - Early Married Life, ... Read more

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If all reading mankind had time to read Lockhart's Life of Scott, a brief volume on Sir Walter would be a thing without excuse. The author still has tried to compress as much as possible of the essence of Lockhart's great book into this space, with a few additions from other sources. Contents: Preface Chapter I - Ancestry, Childhood, Youth, First Love, Marriage Chapter Ii - Early Married Life,
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