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  • Rush-Bearing
    Alfred Burton
    Many of our old customs are fading away into the dim mists of antiquity, and all but the name will soon be forgotten. This is much to be regretted, because they were attended with a great deal of pure enjoyment, and were looked forward to by the people for weeks before the event. One of these is the old custom of strewing rushes, and its attendant ceremony of the rush-bearing, ...
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    11,22 €

  • The Adventures of Johnny Newcome in the Navy
    Burton Alfred / Mitford John 1782-1831 / Rowlandson Thomas 1756-1827
    'The Adventures of Johnny Newcome in the Navy' is a rollicking narrative poem recounting the experiences of a young man joining the British Navy. Written in four cantos, this volume captures the spirit of adventure and the realities of maritime life in the age of sail. With vivid descriptions and memorable characters, the poem offers a glimpse into naval customs, battles, and t...
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    25,12 €

  • A Handbook On Clerical Elocution
    Alfred Burton
    'A Handbook On Clerical Elocution' is a practical guide dedicated to improving the public speaking skills of clergymen. Written by Alfred Burton, this handbook provides comprehensive instruction on effective elocution, encompassing voice modulation, articulation, and posture. The book emphasizes the importance of clear and engaging delivery in sermons and other religious addres...
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    14,77 €

  • The Tshi-Speaking Peoples Of The Gold Coast Of West Africa; Their Religion, Manners, Customs, Laws, Language, Etc.
    Alfred Burton Ellis
    Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ...
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    36,65 €

  • Rush Bearing
    Alfred Burton
    Rush Bearing is a book written by Alfred Burton in 1891 that provides an account of the old custom of strewing rushes, carrying rushes to the church, the rush cart, garlands in churches, Morris dancers, the wake, and the rush. The book explores the history and traditions of this custom, which was once prevalent in England and other parts of Europe. The author describes the vari...
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    32,44 €

  • Cape Colony Today
    Alfred R. E. Burton / Alfred REBurton
    Cape Colony Today is a non-fiction book written by Alfred R. E. Burton. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Cape Colony, which was a British colony located in present-day South Africa. The author covers various aspects of the colony, including its history, geography, economy, society, and culture. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a diffe...
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    37,76 €

  • The Land Of Fetish
    Alfred Burton Ellis
    The Land of Fetish is a book written by Alfred Burton Ellis that explores the culture, traditions, and beliefs of the people of West Africa. The author lived in West Africa for several years and was fascinated by the different religious practices and rituals he observed. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of West African culture.The fi...
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    36,69 €

  • The Yoruba-Speaking Peoples of the Slave Coast of West Africa
    A. B. Ellis / ABEllis / Alfred Burton Ellis
    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern edit...
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    26,33 €