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Old Wives' Lore
A Book of Old-Fashioned Tips & Remedies
Polly Bloom
Extent: 224pages
Size: 198x129mm
Publication Date: 19/09/2013
Extent: 224pages
Size: 198x129mm
Publication Date: 03/03/2016
About the Book
A treasure trove of age-old customs and time-honoured advice, as well as intriguing old wives’ tales.
A combination of folklore and traditional advice, Old Wives' Lore illuminates the history behind female wisdom from yesteryear and includes:
*A brief history of old wives’ lore
*Remedies for health and well-being
*Practical guidance for home and garden
*Tips on predicting the weather
*Eccentric cures for a range of problems
Revealing that a great deal of old wives' lore does have its practical merits, but also how a lot of tales are not to be relied upon, this fascinating compendium of tips and tricks shows how sometimes old advice is still the best.
Reviews
- 'This little book collects rumours and remedies passed down by females through history', Woman's Weekly
- 'Illuminating the historical background to many old tales, it offers much wisdom wrapped up within a light and entertaining package', The Good Book Guide
- 'Eccentric but informative... this light-hearted book of old-fashioned tips and remedies suggests that traditional cures are sometimes best', Discover Your History