In the second century Lyons was the Rome of Gaul as it is now the second Paris of France. It was crowded with temples and public monuments. It was moreover the Athens of the West, a resort of scholars....

In S. Baring-Gould's work 'In the Roar of the Sea', the reader is transported to the rugged coast of Cornwall, where the elements take on a life of their own. Baring-Gould's vivid descriptions and immersive...

In 'Cliff Castles and Cave Dwellings of Europe' by S. Baring-Gould, the author delves into the intricate history and architectural significance of ancient European fortifications and settlements. Through...

Revised with Introduction and Additional Lives of English Martyrs, Cornish and Welsh Saints, and a full Index to the Entire Work The Lives of the Saints is a sixteen-volume collection of lives of the...

Paternal Acres The Manor House The Domestic Hearth Old Furniture Ceilings The Parish Church The Village Inn The Manor Mill The Farmhouse Cottages The Village Doctor Scapegraces Hedges Underground Rights

In 'Domitia' by S. Baring-Gould, the reader is transported to ancient Rome and introduced to the powerful woman Domitia Longina, wife of Emperor Domitian. The book is rich in historical detail and vivid...

In 'Cornwall' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are immersed in a comprehensive exploration of the history, folklore, and culture of the beautiful region of Cornwall. Baring-Gould's writing style is both informative...

In his book 'Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets', S. Baring-Gould delves into the rich tapestry of ancient folklore surrounding the biblical figures of the Old Testament. Written in a scholarly yet...

In S. Baring-Gould's provocative work 'The Lost and Hostile Gospels', the author delves into the obscure corners of religious history to uncover forgotten texts that challenge traditional Christian narratives....

In 'Perpetua. A Tale of Nimes in A.D. 213,' S. Baring-Gould masterfully weaves a captivating historical fiction novel set in ancient Nimes. The book delves into the life of Perpetua, a young Christian...

Post-Mediæval Preachers by S. Baring-Gould is a comprehensive exploration of the rhetoric and content of sermons in the post-medieval period. Baring-Gould meticulously analyzes the style and themes of...

In S. Baring-Gould's 'In the Roar of the Sea,' the reader is transported to the rugged coast of Cornwall, England, where tales of shipwrecks, smugglers, and pirates come to life through the author's vivid...

In 'Yorkshire Oddities, Incidents, and Strange Events' by S. Baring-Gould, the reader is treated to a collection of fascinating tales and anecdotes that delve into the unique and peculiar history of Yorkshire....

In 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through history, exploring intriguing and bizarre happenings that have captured the author's attention....

S. Baring-Gould's 'The Lost and Hostile Gospels' is a groundbreaking exploration of the lesser-known gospels that were left out of the canonical Bible. Baring-Gould delves into the history and significance...

S. Baring-Gould's 'Cornwall' is a comprehensive exploration of the history, culture, and folklore of this enchanting region in southwestern England. Written in Baring-Gould's eloquent and detailed prose,...

In 'Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets', S. Baring-Gould delves into the rich tapestry of Biblical lore, presenting readers with a collection of ancient myths and legends surrounding the iconic figures...

S. Baring-Gould's 'In a Quiet Village' is a captivating novel that delves into the intricate details of rural life in 19th century England. With vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail, Baring-Gould...

In S. Baring-Gould's book 'Strange Survivals', the reader is taken on a fascinating journey through various curious customs, beliefs, and traditions that have somehow persevered through time. Written...

In 'Urith: A Tale of Dartmoor' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are transported to the rugged landscape of Dartmoor where the story unfolds. Filled with elements of romance, mystery, and the supernatural,...

S. Baring-Gould's 'The Book of Were-Wolves' is a fascinating exploration of the folklore surrounding werewolves in different cultures. Written in a compelling and meticulous style, the book delves into...

An incredible number of legends exists connected with the personages whose history is given in the Old Testament. The collection now presented to the public must by no means be considered as exhaustive....

Revised with Introduction and Additional Lives of English Martyrs, Cornish and Welsh Saints: Lives of the Saints, which I have begun, is an undertaking, of whose difficulty few can have any idea. Let...

Old County Families The Last Squire Country Houses The Old Garden The Country Parson The Hunting Parson Country Dances Old Roads Family Portraits The Village Musician The Village Bard Old Servants The...

Cornwall, peopled mainly by Celts, but with an infusion of English blood, stands and always has stood apart from the rest of England, much, but in a less degree, as has Wales. That which brought it into...

Fifty years ago! Half a century has passed since the writer was a child in the parish where he has laid the scene of this tale. There he had a trusty nurse, and a somewhat romantic story was attached...

Revised with Introduction and Additional Lives of English Martyrs, Cornish and Welsh Saints, and a full Index to the Entire Work The Lives of the Saints is a sixteen-volume collection of lives of the...

I. The Port of Cenchræa II. An Ill-Omen III. Corbulo IV. There Is No Star V. The Ship of the Dead VI. I Do Not Know VII. The Face of the Dead VIII. The Sword of the Dead IX. Sheathed X. Ubi Felicitas?...

The Fall of the Angels Adam Eve The Fall of Man Adam and Eve after the Fall Cain and Abel The Death of Adam Seth Cainan son of Enos Enoch The Giants Lamech Methuselah Noah...

In a tale of the West of England in which are introduced some of the lowest types of rustic humanity to be found there, it is impossible to avoid the use of the local dialect. This dialect has, however,...