Sabine Baring-Gould (1834–1924) was a prolific English writer, antiquarian, folklorist, and scholar whose literary achievements spanned numerous genres and subjects. Born into a well-to-do family, Baring-Gould cultivated a broad range of interests throughout his life, which were reflected in his vast output of over 1,200 publications. His work comprises novels, hymnody, theology, and folklore, sho...