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Old Wives' Lore: A Book of Old-Fashioned Tips & Remedies

Old Wives' Lore: A Book of Old-Fashioned Tips & Remedies

by PollyBloom (Author)

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    Illustrated 2013

    $3.40
Synopsis

A combination of folklore and time-honoured advice, this book illuminates the history behind female wisdom from yesteryear. Taking in money saving ideas, gardening knowledge, household management and age-old remedies, it offers both seasoned advice and eccentric cures for a huge range of problems. Revealing that a great deal of old wives' lore does have its practical merits, but also how a lot of tales are not to be relied upon, this fascinating compendium of tips and tricks shows how sometimes old advice is still the best.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 224
 Edition: Illustrated
 Publisher: Michael O'Mara
Published: 19 Sep 2013
ISBN 10: 1782431470
ISBN 13: 9781782431473

Media Reviews
This little book collects rumours and remedies passed down by females through history Woman's Weekly Eccentric but informative... this light-hearted book of old-fashioned tips and remedies suggests that traditional cures are sometimes best Discover Your History Illuminating the historical background to many old tales, it offers much wisdom wrapped up within a light and entertaining package The Good Book Guide
Author Bio
Polly Bloom is a freelance writer, blogger and author and a regular contributor to various magazines and journals. Polly has written several books on a wide variety of subjects including food and drink, history and philosophy and family relationships. Polly lives by the sea in Brighton with her faithful grey cat Isley.