ONE grey, uncertain afternoon in November, when the vapour-laden skies were without a rent, and the trailing clouds, without a fringe, were passing imperceptibly into drizzle, that thickened with coming...

Some of the stories in this volume have already appeared in print. "The Red-haired Girl" in The Windsor Magazine; "Colonel Halifax's Ghost Story" in The Illustrated English Magazine; "Glámr" I told in...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'Jacquetta', the reader is transported to the English countryside in the 16th century, where the protagonist, Jacquetta, navigates the complexities of love, power, and family....

In Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Story of Jael', readers are taken on a journey through the biblical tale of Jael and Sisera, exploring themes of faith, betrayal, and female empowerment. Baring-Gould's writing...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Moth-Mullein' is a captivating novel set in the lush English countryside, showcasing the author's impeccable attention to detail and lyrical prose. The story follows the intertwined...

We are a little surprised, and perhaps a little shocked, at the illiberality of the Swiss Government, in even such Protestant cantons as Geneva, Zurich, and Berne, in forbidding the performances on their...

Kitty Alone is a romance and mystery novel written by Sabine Baring-Gould. It's a suspenseful story set on the South Devon Coast. The eponymous Kitty is a clever and sensitive young girl, Kate Quarm....

The Book of Were-Wolves is a classic work of European lore on lycanthropy in particular pertaining to werewolves. The book deals with three subjects: 1) Summarizing folklore and beliefs about werewolves...

Curious Myths of the Middle Ages is a collection of a dozen of tales and legends from medieval England. The author does a thorough research relating these stories to the extant mythology from many ancient...

In 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events, 1st Series' by Sabine Baring-Gould, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through historical anomalies and curious incidents, presented in a detailed and...

Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'The Frobishers' is a captivating tale set in the rugged and mysterious landscape of Dartmoor, known for its atmospheric moors and ancient legends. The story follows the Frobisher...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'S. George' is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that delves into the legendary story of Saint George from a unique perspective. Written in a vivid and immersive literary...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Yorkshire Oddities, Incidents and Strange Events' is a captivating collection of anecdotes and stories from the heart of Yorkshire, offering readers a glimpse into the peculiar...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Arminell, a social romance' is a captivating novel that explores the intricacies of social dynamics and the complexities of human relationships in Victorian England. The book is...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Noémi - A Story of Rock-Dwellers', readers are transported to a remote village where a young orphan girl named Noémi must navigate the harsh realities of life among the rock-dwellers....

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events, 2nd Series' is a captivating collection of lesser-known historical tales and unusual events. Written in Baring-Gould's trademark lively and...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's novel 'Domitia', the reader is transported to ancient Rome where the protagonist, Domitia, navigates the complexities of society and power struggles. Baring-Gould's descriptive...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Pabo, the Priest' is a novel set in medieval Wales, exploring the themes of faith, power, and love. Written in a rich and descriptive style, the book captures the essence of the...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'In the Roar of the Sea' is a captivating novel set against the backdrop of the rugged Cornish coast. The book masterfully intertwines elements of romance, mystery, and adventure,...

In 'The Broom-Squire', Sabine Baring-Gould masterfully weaves a compelling story set in the rugged moorlands of Dartmoor, England. The novel stands out for its rich descriptive language and vivid portrayal...

In a Quiet Village is a short story collection by Sabine Baring-Gould. Baring-Gould was an Anglican priest, hagiographer, antiquarian, novelist, folk song collector and eclectic scholar. His bibliography...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'Kitty Alone' is a captivating novel set in the English countryside, exploring themes of family, community, and resilience. Written in a descriptive and poignant style, Baring-Gould...

In Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Most Curious Medieval Myths', readers are taken on a fascinating journey through some of the most intriguing myths and legends of the medieval period. Baring-Gould's extensive...

Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Book of Were-Wolves' is a comprehensive study on lycanthropy that delves into the folklore, history, and psychology of werewolves. Written in a scholarly and thorough style,...

IN Norway and Iceland certain men were said to be eigi einhamir, not of one skin, an idea which had its roots in paganism. The full form of this strange superstition was, that men could take upon them...

FROM the earliest ages of the Church, the advent of the Man of Sin has been looked forward to with terror, and the passages of Scripture relating to him have been studied with solemn awe, lest that day...

A reference book for the 19th-century werewolf seeker, Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Book of Were-Wolves' explores the trying tales and magic myths of werewolves from ancient folklore, Greek and Norse myths....

FROM the earliest ages of the Church, the advent of the Man of Sin has been looked forward to with terror, and the passages of Scripture relating to him have been studied with solemn awe, lest that day...

IN Norway and Iceland certain men were said to be eigi einhamir, not of one skin, an idea which had its roots in paganism. The full form of this strange superstition was, that men could take upon them...

CONCERNING the purpose and scope of this little book I have but to repeat what I have said in the prefaces to my other works of the same nature—A Book of the West, A Book of Dartmoor, A Book of Brittany—that...