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Her talent for weaving together historical contexts with vivid storytelling makes her books a must-read for enthusiasts of history and folklore alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eTreasury of Folklore\u003c\/em\u003e series continues this exploration with volumes dedicated to different natural settings. In \u003cem\u003eTreasury of Folklore – Seas and Rivers\u003c\/em\u003e, readers are invited to dive into the maritime myths and tales born from Britain's waters, including mermaids, nautical spirits, and lost treasures. Meanwhile, \u003cem\u003eTreasury of Folklore: Woodlands and Forests\u003c\/em\u003e guides you through the magical and sometimes eerie world of the arboreal, where trees and forests come alive with stories of mythical creatures and woodland spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChainey’s works skillfully blend the disciplines of history, mythology, science, and nature, offering readers a rich and engaging experience. Perfect for those captivated by the allure of ancient tales and the natural beauty they inhabit, Dee Dee Chainey’s books provide both education and entertainment, ensuring they are treasured additions to any library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-treasury-of-british-folklore-by-dee-dee-chainey-9781911358398","title":"A Treasury of British Folklore","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn entertaining and engrossing collection of British customs, superstitions and legends from past and present.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know, in Cumbria it was believed a person lying on a pillow stuffed with pigeon's feathers could not die? Or that green is an unlucky colour for wedding dresses? In Scotland, it was thought you could ward off fairies by hanging your trousers from the foot of the bed, and in Gloucestershire, you could cure warts by cutting notches in the bark of an ash tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou've heard about King Arthur and St George, but how about the Green Man, a vegetative deity who is seen to symbolise death and rebirth? Or Black Shuck, the giant ghostly dog who was reputed to roam East Anglia?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this beautifully illustrated book, Dee Dee Chainey tells tales of mountains and rivers, pixies and fairy folk, and witches and alchemy. 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Watery hopes, fears, and dreams are shared by all peoples where rivers flow and waves crash. This fascinating book covers English sailor superstitions, shapeshifting pink dolphins of the Amazon, Scylla and Charybdis, the many guises of Mami Wata, the tale of the Yoruba River spirit, the water horses of the Scottish lochs, the infamous mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by stunning woodcut illustrations, popular authors Dee Dee Chainey and Willow Winsham explore the deep history and enduring significance of water folklore the world over, from mermaids, selkies, and sirens to ghostly ships and the fountains of youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cem\u003eTreasury of Folklore – Seas and Rivers\u003c\/em\u003e, Folklore Thursday aims to encourage a sense of belonging across all cultures by showing how much we all have in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46632460910828,"sku":"9781849946599","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18107653482846.jpg?v=1751999973"},{"product_id":"treasury-of-folklore-woodlands-and-forests-by-dee-dee-chainey-9781849946872","title":"Treasury of Folklore: Woodlands and Forests","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn entertaining and enthralling collection of myths, tales, and traditions surrounding our trees, woodlands, and forests from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the dark, gnarled woodlands of the north to the humid jungles of the southern lands, trees have captured humanity's imagination for millennia. Filled with primal gods and goddesses, dryads, and the fairy tales of old, the forests still beckon to us, offering sanctuary, mystery, and more than a little mischievous trickery. From insatiable cannibalistic children hewn from logs to lumberjack lore and the spine-chilling legend of Bloody Mary, there is much to be found between the branches. 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