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Portrait of S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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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An Old English Home and Its Dependencies

In a decaying cottage, an aging woman's fight to preserve her home becomes a symbol of a disappearing way of life in the English countryside.

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A Book of the Pyrenees

Discover a world where verdant forests meet barren slopes, and ancient cultures clash along a formidable mountain border dividing nations.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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In exitu Israel : $b an historical novel, volume 2 (of 2)

A peasant girl ventures into a corrupt world to free a woman from prison, sparking a battle against social injustice.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Grettir the Outlaw: A Story of Iceland

Witness a strong-willed Icelander's rocky journey from a troubled youth to a legendary outlaw, battling fate and family in a harsh land.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Legends of Old Testament characters, from the Talmud and other sources

Explore a world where biblical figures live beyond scripture, filled with rebellious angels, the creation of humankind, and the birth of sin.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets And Other Old Testament Characters from Various Sources

Discover a world where angels fall from grace, humans make fateful choices, and ancient heroes face moral challenges in this collection of timeless stories.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

(100)
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A book of the west. Volume 1, Devon : $b being an introduction to Devon and Cornwall

Discover the untold stories of Devon and Cornwall through ethnology, ancestry, invasions, and unique local customs of the fascinating Western folk.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Cheap Jack Zita

In the Fens of England, a strong daughter helps her aging father as they navigate commerce, class tensions, and unwanted advances during a lively fair.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Curiosities of Olden Times

Uncover a bygone world brimming with bizarre legal battles, peculiar funeral rites, and long-lost traditions.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Historic Oddities and Strange Events

Uncover the strange fates and peculiar lives of history's forgotten figures, beginning with a mysterious disappearance that sparks intrigue and speculation.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Cornish Characters and Strange Events

Uncover the hidden tales of Cornwall, where geology experts, smugglers, and a cast of unique locals shaped a society separated from the rest of England.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

(100)
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Cliff Castles and Cave Dwellings of Europe

Discover the amazing stories of cliff-hanging castles and cave homes across Europe, where ancient history meets modern living in the most unexpected places.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Brittany

Uncover the hidden charm of a unique region in France, where ancient history, strong traditions, and devout people await discovery beyond the picturesque landscapes.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Freaks of Fanaticism, and Other Strange Events

A chilling exploration of faith gone wild, where devotion twists into madness and leads a family down a path of shocking violence.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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In a Quiet Village

Glimpse into a 19th-century village where ordinary lives intertwine with secrets, ambitions, and the quiet beauty of human connection.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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The Lives of the Saints, Volume 01 (of 16): January

Saints' miraculous deeds and historical stories intertwine with religious significance to uncover the impact of their virtues and lasting legacies.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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The Vicar of Morwenstow: Being a Life of Robert Stephen Hawker, M.A.

Witness the curious life of a clergyman and poet whose rebellious spirit and deep devotion shaped his extraordinary path.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Yorkshire Oddities, Incidents, and Strange Events

Discover a world of ghosts, oddballs, and weird happenings in England's Yorkshire, where folklore meets reality for unusual tales from long ago.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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The Lives of the Saints, Volume 02 (of 16): February

Journey back in time to discover the inspiring, often miraculous, stories of faith and sacrifice of the Catholic saints celebrated in February.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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Curious Myths of the Middle Ages

Journey back to the Middle Ages, where legendary figures wander the earth, waiting for redemption in a world shaped by myth and morality.

By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould

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