Dartmoor Idylls (1896)

Dartmoor Idylls is a collection of short stories and essays written by the English author and scholar Sabine Baring-Gould, first published in 1896. The book is set in Dartmoor, a rugged and remote area of Devon in southwest England, and explores the landscape, history, and folklore of the region.The stories in Dartmoor Idylls range from humorous to haunting, and often feature supernatural or mysterious elements. Many of the tales draw on Baring-Gould's extensive knowledge of local folklore and legends, and are infused with a sense of the mystical and otherworldly.In addition to the fictional stories, the book includes several essays on Dartmoor's natural history, geology, and archaeology, as well as its people and culture. Baring-Gould's writing is characterized by his vivid descriptions of the landscape and his deep appreciation for the history and traditions of the area.Overall, Dartmoor Idylls is a rich and evocative portrait of one of England's most unique and fascinating regions, and a testament to Baring-Gould's skill as a storyteller and scholar.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.