Domestic folk-lore

"Domestic Folk-lore" by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer is a collection of old stories that looks at the traditions, superstitions, and beliefs people used to have in their homes. The book talks about important times in people's lives, like when babies are born, when people fall in love and get married, and when people die. It shows how older generations tried to keep their children safe and bring them good luck through special ceremonies and by believing in signs. Even though some people may find these traditions old-fashioned, they teach us a lot about where we come from and how people in the past lived their lives, hoping for the best for their families.