The Ingoldsby Country: Literary Landmarks of the "Ingoldsby Legends" (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781143798153)

"The Ingoldsby Country: Literary Landmarks of the "Ingoldsby Legends"" explores the real-world locations that inspired the famous collection of myths and legends. Charles G. Harper takes the reader on a journey through Kent, England, connecting the stories to actual places. The book provides both a travelogue and a literary companion, blending history, folklore, and topographical description to illuminate the enduring appeal of the "Ingoldsby Legends".

Harper delves into the historical context of the tales, revealing the blend of fact and fiction that made them so popular in Victorian England. Readers interested in English literature, local history, or countryside exploration will find this book a fascinating guide to the landscapes that shaped the Ingoldsby stories.

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