Timpson's Leylines : A Layman Tracking the Leys

Timpson, John, Brabbs, Derry

ISBN 10: 0304354023 / ISBN 13: 9780304354023

Published by Orion Publishing Group, Limited, 2000

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Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Timpson's Leylines : A Layman Tracking the Leys
• Publisher: Orion Publishing Group, Limited
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0304354023
• ISBN 13: 9780304354023
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 2.185 pounds

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Synopsis

Join bestselling author and media star John Timpson as he investigates leylines, ancient routes said to be energy lines of the earth. Relating his discoveries of holy wells, carved green men, early preaching crosses, Celtic fertility objects, and pagan sacred sites in his own witty style, you'll view the fascinating places and intriguing items that he found on his quest. Breathtaking photography rounds out this enthralling armchair travel companion. 224 pages (all in color), 7 3/4 x 9 5/8.

From the Publisher

Like most people, John Timpson was unsure of exactly what a leyline was; he discovered there were numerous theories about these mystical lines. Some believe they are prehistoric tracks linking ancient meeting places and sacred sites, others that they are invisible energy currents passing through the earth. The “New Age” approach links leylines to mysterious happenings, including the landing of UFOs, while in recent years the lines have been linked to German ghost paths, Irish fairy trails, and Chinese feng shui. What is clear is that there are a considerable number of ancient and unusual sites that are connected by straight lines. Timpson travels through Britain exploring the history and folklore surrounding sites as varied as Stonehenge, Hadrian’s Wall, and the Long Man of Wilmington. In his own witty style, he shows us the fascinating places and intriguing items that he discovered on his quest. Among the author’s many books are Timpson’s England, Timpson’s Country Churches, and Timpson’s English Villages.