This volume is an example of Sabine Baring-Gould's extensive research into the middle ages. This volume of 12 curiosities was one of Baring-Gould's most successful publications. (Summary by Carolin)
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Chapters
- Chapter 1
The Wandering Jew, Part 1
14:17 - Chapter 2
The Wandering Jew, Part 2
23:14 - Chapter 3
Prester John
37:47 - Chapter 4
The Divining Rod, Part 1
21:31 - Chapter 5
The Divining Rod, Part 2
24:04 - Chapter 6
The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus
21:27 - Chapter 7
William Tell
25:01 - Chapter 8
The Dog Gellert
17:19 - Chapter 9
Tailed Men
21:12 - Chapter 10
Antichrist and Pope Joan, Part 1
23:21 - Chapter 11
Antichrist and Pope Joan, Part 2
15:58 - Chapter 12
The Man in the Moon
17:20 - Chapter 13
The Mountain of Venus
19:52 - Chapter 14
Fatality of Numbers
34:44 - Chapter 15
The Terrestrial Paradise
20:57