Strange Survivals: Some Chapters in the History of Man
S. Baring-Gould
Dec 2019 · Good Press
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In "Strange Survivals," S. Baring-Gould presents a captivating exploration of unusual and extraordinary phenomena that defy conventional understanding. This work combines elements of travel writing, folklore, and anthropology, delving into the bizarre occurrences and remarkable cases of survival that have persisted through time. Baring-Gould's literary style is richly descriptive, blending personal anecdotes with thorough research, allowing readers to traverse the murky waters of myth and reality while engaging with the narrative's underlying themes of human resilience and the uncanny. Such contextual framing within 19th-century Victorian literature invites a critical examination of scientific rationality vis-√†-vis popular superstitions and folklore that shaped societal narratives of the time. An accomplished scholar and writer, S. Baring-Gould was deeply interested in folklore, archaism, and the supernatural, significantly influencing his literary oeuvre. His extensive background as a clergyman and his insatiable curiosity about the eccentricities of human existence contributed to the synthesis of a uniquely rich and scholarly work. Baring-Gould'Äôs explorations were informed by his travels and extensive reading, further underscored by his belief in the importance of recording the unexplainable. "Strange Survivals" is a compelling read for those intrigued by the intersection of folklore, travel, and the uncanny. Readers will find themselves engrossed in Baring-Gould's narrative, which not only seeks to entertain but also to provoke thoughtful discourse on the nature of survival and belief. This book is a treasure for enthusiasts of the bizarre, offering insights that resonate far beyond the pages.
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