Somebody's knocking at your door

Somebody's knocking at your door.
Oh sinner, why don't you answer?
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The Rise and Fall of Merry England

The Rise and Fall of Merry England: The Ritual Year 1400-1700 by Ronald Hutton

A study of the festive year -- straight through the period of the Reformation.

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superhero history

Most superhero stories have them appear recently.  With perhaps rumors back into the 19th century or allusions to the Greek gods or the like.   One can see why.
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