By Hook and by Crook
By Hook and by Crook by Fred Archer is a 1st edition book published by Hodder and Stoughton in 1978, featuring 176 pages in English. This work captures the life and experiences of William Archer, who navigated the agricultural practices of his time, including the reaping of corn and the various stages of farming. Through a blend of anecdotes, Fred Archer shares memories of his grandfather’s life during the long reign of Queen Victoria, highlighting both the challenges and the lighter moments of rural life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the vibrant culture of the English peasantry in the Vale of Evesham. The narrative includes amusing incidents, such as William’s triumph as shin-kicking champion at the Bredon Games and a memorable encounter with a travelling Russian and his dancing bear. This book offers insights into the daily life of notable figures and the agricultural landscape of the era, making it a unique addition to the genres of biographies and memoirs.
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In William Archer’s day, corn was reaped in August by hook and by crook – just one stage in the unending cycle of tying and stooking, gleaning and stone-clearing, harrowing and replanting. But there was time too for William to become shin-kicking champion at the Bredon Games, and for a travelling Russian and his dancing bear to give some pig thieves a fright in the night. Fred Archer remembers all these tales from his grandfather, farming during the long reign of Queen Victoria. With the warmth and humour for which he is highly regarded, Fred Archer brings us the true voice from the livelier English peasantry in the Vale of Evesham.
About the Author
Fred Archer has written many books on Worcestershire. His other collection of stories, Under the Parish Lantern, is also published by Amberley.
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