"Historic Oddities and Strange Events" by S. Baring-Gould is a collection of strange-but-true tales from long ago. It shines a light on the lives of uncommon people - individuals overlooked by traditional history books - and the weird things that happened to them. The book starts with the puzzling disappearance of Benjamin Bathurst, a public figure whose vanishing act in 1809 led to whispers of spies and secret plots. The author recounts Bathurst's life and last-known movements, leaving readers with a sense of mystery and preparing them for more stories of historical happenings.
Historic Oddities and Strange Events
By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould
Uncover the strange fates and peculiar lives of history's forgotten figures, beginning with a mysterious disappearance that sparks intrigue and speculation.
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About the AuthorSabine Baring-Gould of Lew Trenchard in Devon, England, was an Anglican priest, hagiographer, antiquarian, novelist, folk song collector and eclectic scholar. His bibliography consists of more than 1,240 publications, though this list continues to grow.
Sabine Baring-Gould of Lew Trenchard in Devon, England, was an Anglican priest, hagiographer, antiquarian, novelist, folk song collector and eclectic scholar. His bibliography consists of more than 1,240 publications, though this list continues to grow.
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