Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The True Legend of Saint Dunstan and the Devil"" by Edward G. Flight is a historical account of the origins of the horse shoe as a charm against witchcraft. The book tells the story of Saint Dunstan, a renowned blacksmith and monk who lived in England during the 10th century. According to legend, Saint Dunstan was visited by the devil, who tried to tempt him into sin. However, Saint Dunstan was able to outsmart the devil by grabbing his nose with a pair of red-hot tongs. In return for his release, the devil promised to never enter a house that had a horse shoe hung over the door. The book explores the history and cultural significance of the horse shoe as a charm against witchcraft, and how it became a popular symbol of good luck and protection. The author also delves into the life of Saint Dunstan, his achievements as a blacksmith and his contributions to the church. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in folklore, history or religious traditions.This Quaint Victorian Text Tells A Humorous Tale Explaining How Saint Dunstan Of Glastonbury Beat The Devil With The Protective Use Of The Horse Shoe.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.
