Hill Figures: White Horses and Other Figures of the Hills, Their History, Location and Care.

Hill Figures: White Horses and Other Figures of the Hills, Their History, Location and Care.

by KateBergamar (Author)

Synopsis

'There are more than thirty major figures cut out of the grass on Britain's hillsides; cut as religious symbols, way markers, or as decoration to the landscape. Often, although prominently placed, the figures are overlooked, and in this book the author describes their exact location, the best point to view them and their history and legends' - The Times .

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 104
Edition: 4th Revised edition
Publisher: Shire Publications Ltd.
Published: 19 May 2008

ISBN 10: 0747803455
ISBN 13: 9780747803454

Media Reviews
'an admirable guide book' 'Sunday Express' 'there are more than thirty major figures cut out of the grass on Britain's hillsides; cut as religious symbols, way markers or as decoration to the landscape. Often, although prominently placed, the figures are overlooked, and in this booklet the authors describes their exact location in fourteen counties, the best point from which they can be seen, and thier history and legends'. 'The Times'.
Author Bio
Kate Bergamar is a pen name for Margaret Baker, author of the other Shire titles, Discovering Christmas Customs and Folklore, Discovering Folklore of Plants and London Statues and Monuments.