Excerpt from England in the Days of Old We find in Assyrian sculptures representations of the wig, and its use is recorded amongst ancient nations, including Persians, Medes, Lydians, Car ians, Greeks, and Romans. Amongst the latter nation galerus, a round cap, was the common name for a wig. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

This volume of new studies on old-time themes, chiefly concerning the social and domestic life of England, is sent forth with a hope that it may prove entertaining and instructive. It is a companion work to "Bygone England," which the critical press and reading public received with a warm welcome on its publication, and thus encouraged me to prepare this and other volumes dealing with the highways and byways of history.

In 'The Old Inns of Old England' by Charles G. Harper, readers are taken on a historical journey through the charming and picturesque inns that have played a significant role in England's cultural and social landscape. Harper's detailed descriptions and vivid imagery provide a fascinating glimpse into the architecture, hospitality, and unique stories of these iconic establishments. Written in a captivating and informative style, the book not only serves as a travel guide but also as a literary work that captures the essence of traditional English way of life. Set against the backdrop of a bygone era, the book showcases Harper's meticulous research and deep appreciation for England's heritage. It is a must-read for history enthusiasts, travel aficionados, and anyone with a love for nostalgia and beauty of the past.

What did it mean to be old in seventeenth- and eighteenth-century England? This eight-volume edition brings together selections from medical treatises, sermons, legal documents, parish records, almshouse accounts, private letters, diaries and ballads, to investigate cultural and medical understanding of old age in pre-industrial England.