Harris, Mollie — Another Kind of Magic

Chatto & Windus, London, 1971. First Edition, Hardcover (Original Cloth), Illustrated by: John Ward & John Sergeant. Near Fine Condition/Near Fine. 9780701117658 to the front: contents list; dialect words & definitions; & introduction. Mollie Harris's new book, dedicated to the people and the countryside of the Cotswolds, describes her journeys on foot or on bicycle over the hills and in the Cotswold villages, and recounts the hilarious country tales she was told. In these anecdotes the local characters spring vividly to life, and one can almost feel the fresh tang of Cotswold air as she describes the lonely countryside and introduces the reader to Mark the shepherd with his thousand sheep, Charlie 'Douser' the fireman, Old Jack the gardener and many others. Through her friendships and knowledge of the area Mrs. Harris is able to evoke many facets of the Cotswold way of life. She has helped with potato sorting, watched the sheep-shearing, learnt about the quarrying of slates at Stones field, and, amongst other agreeable experiences, has sampled the home-made wines. She includes recipes in her book for such local delights as elderflower champagne and gingerbread. This collection of anecdotes and country lore will entertain and captivate those who cherish the countryside of England. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 210 pages. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. in archive acetate film protection. Dust Jacket un-clipped. Previous owner's illustrated book-plate laid in to pre-title page. Gilt titles spine. blue cloth; illustrated by b/w. line drawings. Illustrator: John Ward & John Sergeant. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Farming & Rural Life; Cotswolds; Country Lore; Myths, Legends & Folklore; England; Genealogy & Local History. ISBN: 0701117656. ISBN/EAN: 9780701117658. Inventory No: 4251.