Publisher's Synopsis
Rural Legends And Lyrics is a collection of poems and stories written by Arthur E. Smith and published in 1892. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing a series of rural legends that explore the folklore and superstitions of rural England. The second part of the book contains a collection of poems that celebrate the natural beauty and simplicity of rural life.The rural legends in the book are presented in a narrative style and cover a range of topics, including ghosts, witches, and other supernatural creatures. These stories are often based on local folklore and are designed to capture the imagination of readers with their eerie and mysterious themes.The poems in the second part of the book are written in a lyrical style and celebrate the beauty of nature and the joys of rural life. They cover a range of themes, including the changing seasons, the beauty of the countryside, and the simple pleasures of rural living.Overall, Rural Legends And Lyrics is a charming and evocative collection of stories and poems that provide a unique insight into the folklore and traditions of rural England at the turn of the 19th century.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.
