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Sir Edgar MacCulloch
1808–1896
A Guernsey judge and folklorist, he spent years collecting the island’s superstitions, sayings, and stories, leaving behind a vivid record of local life. His work still offers a fascinating window into the legends and customs of the Channel Islands.
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About the author
Born in St Peter Port, Guernsey, in 1808, Sir Edgar MacCulloch was educated in Guernsey and Brussels and went on to build a long public career in the island’s legal life. He later served as Bailiff of Guernsey and was also closely involved in local learned and historical circles.
Alongside his official work, he became known for his deep interest in Guernsey’s traditions. He collected folklore, proverbs, customs, weather sayings, and legendary tales from island life, preserving material that might otherwise have disappeared.
MacCulloch died in 1896. His manuscript collection was left to the Royal Court of Guernsey and was later published as Guernsey Folk Lore, the book for which he is best remembered today.