Old Wives' Lore

<p><b>A treasure trove of age-old customs and time-honoured advice, as well as intriguing old wives tales.</b><br><br>A combination of folklore and traditional advice, <i>Old Wives Lore</i> illuminates the history behind female wisdom from yesteryear and includes:<br><br>*A brief history of old wives lore<br>*Remedies for health and well-being<br>*Practical guidance for home and garden<br>*Tips on predicting the weather<br>*Eccentric cures for a range of problems<br><br>Revealing that a great deal of old wives lore does have its practical merits, but also how a lot of tales are not to be relied upon, this fascinating compendium of tips and tricks shows how sometimes old advice is still the best.</p>