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The name Somerset usually conjures up visions of green hills, picturesque harbours and sleepy villages with thatched cottages and quaint pubs but this is only part of the story.What about the slaughter on Sedgemoor in July 1685, or its terrible aftermath, the infamous Bloody Assizes?What dark deeds took place on the coast during the heyday of the smugglers?Who was the curate who ended up in a cauldron, or the abbot who was hanged, drawn and quartered?Why were there riots at Radstock in 1830?The answers to these and many other morbid questions can be found in this book, as we take a look into the darker corners of Somersets history, and meet the unusual people who shaped the history of this popular county in unexpected (and sometimes horrifying) ways.

This absorbing collection of Sussex carols and customs, seasonal recipes and literary tales, plays and pastimes, re-examines the rich heritage of Christmas past from around the county. Stories range from the Anglo-Saxon era to the Second World War, encompassing urban and rural Sussex, and featuring secular and religious celebrations of rich and poor, which is sure to enthrall both long-time residents and newcomers alike.From tales of Brighton Pavilion under snow and old festive recipes to well-known seasonal songs, such as Good King Wenceslas and the traditional Sussex wassail, A Sussex Christmas provides the reader with a seasonal anthology of the county and will be a treat for all.

Explore the rich heritage of Christmas past in Cornwall with this varied collection of carols and customs, stories, folklore and memories. Presented alongside images of local scenes, the extracts, compiled from a wide range of sources, can be enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike.From the lights at Mousehole and winter games on the beach, to recipes for traditional figgy pudding and Cornish mead, this delightful collection is a comprehensive seasonal anthology of the county and will be a treat for all.