Publisher's Synopsis
Tales From The Telling-House is a collection of short stories written by R. D. Blackmore and published in 1896. The book is set in the fictional English village of Combe Martin and features a cast of colorful characters, including farmers, fishermen, and smugglers. The stories are told from the perspective of a group of men who gather at the local inn, known as the Telling-House, to share their experiences and entertain each other with tales of adventure, romance, and mystery. The book is a celebration of rural life in Victorian England, with vivid descriptions of the landscape, customs, and traditions of the region. The stories range from humorous to poignant, and offer a glimpse into the social and cultural history of the time. Overall, Tales From The Telling-House is a charming and engaging collection of stories that captures the spirit of a bygone era.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.
