Berkshire Folk Tales
Berkshire Folk Tales by David England is a collection of lively and entertaining stories that capture the essence of one of Britain’s most ancient counties. Published by History Press Limited in 2013, this edition comprises 192 pages and is presented in English. The tales, retold by local storytellers David England and Tina Bilbe, draw from a rich oral tradition, reflecting the wisdom and eccentricities of Berkshire’s people.
Readers will discover a diverse array of narratives, including tales of battles, heroic deeds, and tragic love affairs, alongside famous legends such as Herne the Hunter and Wayland the Smith. The stories are illustrated with intricate line drawings, enhancing the vivid portrayal of the county’s rolling hills and fertile plains. This collection not only entertains but also serves as a window into the folklore and social history of Berkshire, making it a valuable addition for those interested in folk tales and mythology.
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These lively and entertaining folk tales from one of Britain’s most ancient counties are vividly retold by local storytellers David England and Tina Bilbe. Their origins lost in the oral tradition, these stories from across Berkshire reflect the wisdom (and eccentricities) of the counties and its people. Berkshire has a rich and diverse collection of tales, from stories of battles and heroic deeds to tragic love affairs, and of course the famous legends of Herne the Hunter, Wayland the Smith, and the myths surrounding the Uffingham White Horse. These highly readable tales, illustrated with intricate line drawings, bring alive the landscape of the county’s rolling hills and fertile plains.
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