Rush-bearing: An Account of the old Custom of Strewing Rushes; Carrying Rushes to Church; the Rush-cart; Garlands in Churches; Morri

by Alfred Burton

This book is a detailed account of the old custom of rush-bearing - the practice of laying fresh rushes on floors in homes and churches - that was once popular in England. Alfred Burton sheds light on the origins and evolution of this custom, its significance in religious and social contexts, and the different ways in which it was observed in various parts of the country. The book also includes charming anecdotes and illustrations of the practice.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102146144X
• ISBN13: 9781021461445
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"