A Kent Christmas
A New Selection
Will be published approx. on 7. September 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-7524-4892-3 (ISBN)
Description
Explore the rich heritage of Christmas past in Kent with this varied collection of carols and customs, stories, folklore and reminiscences. With extracts from a diverse range of sources, including novels, journals and diaries, this delightful anthology features seasonal extracts from writers with local connections such as Charles Dickens, Russell Thorndike and H.E. Bates. Stories of wrecks on the notorious Goodwin Sands, Nelson's last journey and Christmas at Leeds Castle are illustrated with a fine selection of seasonal etchings and photographs. Along with evocative reminiscences of wonderful Christmases past, these stories are a festive treat for both long-time residents and newcomers to enjoy.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Stroud
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 170 mm
Width: 110 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
160 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7524-4892-3 (9780752448923)
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Person
FRAN DOEL MA & Dr Geoff Doel lecture in Cultural Studies for the Faculty of Humanities, University of Kent and have lectured extensively in adult education at various universities on literature, medieval and traditional culture. They are the authors of several books on aspects of traditional British Culture, including Worlds of Arthur and Robin Hood, both published by The History Press.