Wassailing: The British Midwinter Blessing Custom by Simon Reed (Troy Books, 2013) Paperback

Wassailing: The British Midwinter Blessing Custom by Simon Reed (Troy Books, 2013) PaperbackSimon Reed. Wassailing: The British Midwinter Blessing Custom. London: Troy Books, 2013. Paperback. 132 pages. Condition: New Description from the publisher: With legends going back over a millennia, Wassailing is a fascinating and colourful part of the folklore and traditions of Britain. From the Apple Wassails of Devon and Somerset, to the Doll Wassails of Yorkshire, this ancient blessing tradition has adapted itself to every level of society from

Although an expanse of 800 years has passed

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