The Folklore Year
Ancient Knowledge, Stories and Rituals for the Home
Will be published approx. on 24. November 2026
Book
Hardback
144 pages
978-1-4463-1837-9 (ISBN)
Description
What if the wisdom you need is already written in the rhythms of the seasons?
From birdsong that signals snow to rituals that bless the apple trees, The Folklore Year unlocks the magic and meaning hidden in each month. Victoria Harrison blends ancient traditions with practical advice to help readers reconnect with the natural world and live more intentionally.
* Explore seasonal folklore, festivals, and rituals from across the British Isles
* Learn to read weather signs, track the moon, and forage hedgerow treasures
* Discover monthly "weatherlore" - a unique feature that connects skywatching with everyday life
* Follow household traditions, magical herb lore, and lunar gardening wisdom
* Includes guidance for tree blessings, solstice celebrations, fire ceremonies, and more
This enchanting guide helps you rewild your home life and slow down in tune with the seasons. The Folklore Year is your modern almanac for joyful, seasonal living.
Turn the wheel of the year with intention - start your folklore journey today.
From birdsong that signals snow to rituals that bless the apple trees, The Folklore Year unlocks the magic and meaning hidden in each month. Victoria Harrison blends ancient traditions with practical advice to help readers reconnect with the natural world and live more intentionally.
* Explore seasonal folklore, festivals, and rituals from across the British Isles
* Learn to read weather signs, track the moon, and forage hedgerow treasures
* Discover monthly "weatherlore" - a unique feature that connects skywatching with everyday life
* Follow household traditions, magical herb lore, and lunar gardening wisdom
* Includes guidance for tree blessings, solstice celebrations, fire ceremonies, and more
This enchanting guide helps you rewild your home life and slow down in tune with the seasons. The Folklore Year is your modern almanac for joyful, seasonal living.
Turn the wheel of the year with intention - start your folklore journey today.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
David & Charles
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 135 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-4463-1837-9 (9781446318379)
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Person
Victoria Harrison is a lifestyle and nature writer with a focus on seasonal living. She is the author of The Solstice Yearbook, Rewild Your Home, and Happy by Design, and has written for leading publications since 2005. Her Substack newsletter Seasonal Living with Victoria Harrison reaches over 2,650 subscribers, with over 5,600 followers on the app. She runs seasonal retreats and regularly shares folklore, rituals, and nature-based wisdom. Her work has been praised by The Telegraph, Good Homes, and NBC News for its accessible, uplifting tone and illuminating advice.