Lore of the Land: Folklore and Wisdom from the Wild Earth
£14.99
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Richly illustrated by Samantha Dolan, Claire Cock-Starkey’s ‘Lore of the Land’ is a compendium of folklore and wisdom from the land, skies, and seas. From thundering rivers, snow-capped mountains, and deep in the depths of the ocean, this book explores the folklore of the globe’s wildest places.
Dimensions
H: 30cm (12in) x W: 25cm (10in) x D: 1.5cm (0.5)
Features
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Richly illustrated by Samantha Dolan, Claire Cock-Starkey’s ‘Lore of the Land’ is a compendium of folklore and wisdom from the land, skies, and seas. From thundering rivers, snow-capped mountains, and deep in the depths of the ocean, this book explores the folklore of the globe’s wildest places.
Insights
A treasury of fascinating tales, each full of ancient wisdom, ‘The Lore of the Land’ is sure to fire the imaginations of young nature lovers and will delight anyone who has ever wondered if there is more to the natural world than first meets the eye. Learn how in Māori tradition, the forest hold up the sky; how in Ireland, seaweed was once thought to predict the weather; and how ancient Greeks believed Mount Etna housed the fiery forge of the gods.
Details & Care
- Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
- Hardcover
- Number of pages: 80 pages
- ISBN-13: 978-0711269828
- Age range: 6-12 years
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