Stephen Friend was Senior Lecturer in Theology at York St John University, UK. He is now retired.
From magic to maritime missions, this book captures the intricate connections between diverse forms of religious expression in the daily lives of men and women in the fishing communities of Filey, Grimsby and Scarborough during the 19th and early 20th centuries. At a time when the fishing industry is facing profound dislocation and uncertainty, this rich interdisciplinary study offers poignant insight into a cultural imagination that is quickly disappearing. * Sarah C. Williams, Research Professor, History of Christianity, Regent College, Canada * This is a hugely important and meticulously researched account of popular religion and identity in Yorkshire fishing communities. A must-have for anyone interested in the social and spiritual backgrounds of coastal communities. * Frances Wilkins, Lecturer in Ethnomusicology, University of Aberdeen, UK *