Illustrated Tales of Warwickshire

Warwickshire, known as Shakespeares County, is home to a host of strange and mysterious tales, including the death of the Roundhead commander, the association of J. R. R. Tolkien with the town, and the story of the hand of glory obtained at Warwick hangings. The historic buildings of Stratford-upon-Avon have witnessed many strange events, and the Crackley Wood sprite has been sighted at Kenilworth. Other stories include the Wroth Silver at Knightlow Cross, an 800-year-old violent ball game played annually at Atherstone on Shrove Tuesday, and the unresolved mystery of the 1945 murder at Lower Quinton associated with witchcraft.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2022
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Warwickshire, often referred to as Shakespeares County, is a treasure trove of enigmatic and fascinating tales, spanning from ancient legends and supernatural stories to more modern documented cases. Once prevalent in Warwickshires towns and villages, curious beliefs and customs still thrive today, adding an extra layer of enchantment to this already captivating region. Among these intriguing tales are the peculiar death of the Roundhead commander who once owned Warwick Castle, the association of the renowned author J. R. R. Tolkien with the town, and the story of the hand of glory obtained during Warwick hangings. The historic buildings of Stratford-upon-Avon have witnessed numerous strange events throughout the centuries, and more recently, the Crackley Wood sprite has been spotted in Kenilworth. Other captivating stories include the Wroth Silver at Knightlow Cross, an 800-year-old violent ball game played annually on Shrove Tuesday in Atherstone, and the unresolved mystery of the 1945 murder at Lower Quinton, associated with witchcraft, among other strange tales from the surrounding towns and villages. Accompanied by the authors captivating photographs, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the depths of Warwickshires mysterious past.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398110939