Author: Anthony Channell Hilfer
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 0807836079
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This incisive book traces the attack on American provincialism that ended the myth of the Happy Village. Replacing the idyllic life as a theme, American writers in revolt turned to a more realistic interpretation of the town, stressing its repressiveness, dullness, and conformity. This book analyzes the literary technique employed by these writers and explores their sensibilities to evaluate both their artistic accomplishments and their contributions to American thought and feeling. Originally published 1969. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
The Revolt from the Village, 1915-1930
Author: Anthony Channell Hilfer
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 0807836079
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This incisive book traces the attack on American provincialism that ended the myth of the Happy Village. Replacing the idyllic life as a theme, American writers in revolt turned to a more realistic interpretation of the town, stressing its repressiveness, dullness, and conformity. This book analyzes the literary technique employed by these writers and explores their sensibilities to evaluate both their artistic accomplishments and their contributions to American thought and feeling. Originally published 1969. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 0807836079
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This incisive book traces the attack on American provincialism that ended the myth of the Happy Village. Replacing the idyllic life as a theme, American writers in revolt turned to a more realistic interpretation of the town, stressing its repressiveness, dullness, and conformity. This book analyzes the literary technique employed by these writers and explores their sensibilities to evaluate both their artistic accomplishments and their contributions to American thought and feeling. Originally published 1969. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer
Author: Angelo Heilprin
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Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2078
Book Description
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Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2078
Book Description
Garlands, Conkers and Mother-Die
Author: Roy Vickery
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1441128557
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Plants have had symbolic as well as practical meanings and uses since the beginning of human civilisation. This vivid account introduces readers to a rich variety of British and Irish plant folklore, drawing on Roy Vickery's own unsurpassed archives collated over forty years, and a wide range of historical and contemporary literature. Unlike other books which re-use material collected in the Victorian era, this book is based on new material collected by the author, and shows that while some of the wilder superstitions have faded we still cling to the symbolic importance of plants. Putting conkers in wardrobes keeps moths away, and parsley - the Devil's plant - only germinates if sown on Good Friday. A potato in the bed helps do away with cramp and in Cornwall crawling under a bramble bush was considered a cure for blackheads. From plants that foretold births and deaths, to herbal remedies, planting and harvesting rituals, friendship bushes and festive garlands this is a book of rich and living social history and folklore.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1441128557
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Plants have had symbolic as well as practical meanings and uses since the beginning of human civilisation. This vivid account introduces readers to a rich variety of British and Irish plant folklore, drawing on Roy Vickery's own unsurpassed archives collated over forty years, and a wide range of historical and contemporary literature. Unlike other books which re-use material collected in the Victorian era, this book is based on new material collected by the author, and shows that while some of the wilder superstitions have faded we still cling to the symbolic importance of plants. Putting conkers in wardrobes keeps moths away, and parsley - the Devil's plant - only germinates if sown on Good Friday. A potato in the bed helps do away with cramp and in Cornwall crawling under a bramble bush was considered a cure for blackheads. From plants that foretold births and deaths, to herbal remedies, planting and harvesting rituals, friendship bushes and festive garlands this is a book of rich and living social history and folklore.
The English Year
Author: Steve Roud
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141919272
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
This enthralling book will take you, month-by-month, day-by-day, through all the festivities of English life. From national celebrations such as New Year’s Eve to regional customs such as the Padstow Hobby Horse procession, cheese rolling in Gloucestershire and Easter Monday bottle kicking in Leeds, it explains how they originated, what they mean and when they occur. A fascinating guide to the richness of our heritage and the sometimes eccentric nature of life in England, The English Year offers a unique chronological view of our social customs and attitudes
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141919272
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
This enthralling book will take you, month-by-month, day-by-day, through all the festivities of English life. From national celebrations such as New Year’s Eve to regional customs such as the Padstow Hobby Horse procession, cheese rolling in Gloucestershire and Easter Monday bottle kicking in Leeds, it explains how they originated, what they mean and when they occur. A fascinating guide to the richness of our heritage and the sometimes eccentric nature of life in England, The English Year offers a unique chronological view of our social customs and attitudes
The Ladies' Garland
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Languages : en
Pages : 28
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Languages : en
Pages : 28
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Journal
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Category : Archaeology
Languages : en
Pages : 952
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Category : Archaeology
Languages : en
Pages : 952
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Literary Garland
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World
Author: Angelo Heilprin
Publisher:
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Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2122
Book Description
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Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2122
Book Description
History of Penobscot County, Maine
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Category : Penobscot County (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1076
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Category : Penobscot County (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1076
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A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World
Author: Angelo Heilprin
Publisher:
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Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2106
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geography
Languages : en
Pages : 2106
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