A fascinating compendium of interesting details, facts, customs and lore, this is an unabashed celebration of the English village, as well as a record of an almost vanished world.
Martin Wainwright was the Guardian's highly respected Northern editor and is the author of other books including Wainwright: The Man Who Loved the Lakes.
A perfect introduction to the subject
*Yorkshire Evening Post*
Jam-packed with interesting facts ... celebrates all aspects of
village life
*Family History Monthly*
A quirky and fascinating look at more than 15 centuries of rural
dwelling, covering everything from cottage industries to rustic
superstitions
*Countryside Voice*
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