Antiquitates Vulgares Or The Antiquities of the Common People

Antiquitates Vulgares Or The Antiquities of the Common People is a book written by Henry Bourne, an English clergyman, and published in 1725. The book is a collection of observations and descriptions of the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the common people in England during the 17th and 18th centuries. It covers a wide range of topics, including folk music, dance, games, superstitions, and local festivals. Bourne's aim in writing this book was to preserve the knowledge of these customs and traditions, which he believed were in danger of being lost due to the increasing influence of modernity and urbanization. The book is an important source of information for historians and folklorists interested in the social history of England during this period. It provides a fascinating insight into the everyday lives of ordinary people and their cultural practices, and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in this subject.1725. Giving an account of several of their opinions and ceremonies with proper reflections upon each of them; showing which may be retained and which ought to be laid aside. This ancient text is written in Old English and due to its age, some pages may be found to be spotty or faded.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.