Folk Lore, Old Customs and Superstitions in Shakespeare Land

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Folk Lore, Old Customs and Superstitions in Shakespeare Land

Cultural studies: customs and traditions Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology) Social and cultural history

Author: J. Harvey Bloom

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Language: English

Published by: White Press

Published on: 6th September 2017

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 463 Kb

ISBN: 9781473340893


Overview

This vintage book contains a fascinating treatise on the customs and traditions of England, with information on its folklore, history, and more. From folk rhymes and funeral customs to brewing ale and the occult, this volume contains a wealth of information that will appeal to those with an interest in England and its people.

Contents

Contents include: "The Farmer and his Men", "Family Life: Marriage", "Christening and Birth Customs", "Children's Complaints", "Women's Indoor Work-Baking", "Brewing", "Washing", "Death and Funeral Customs", "The Husband and Wife", "Dress", "Farm Buildings", "The farm-house and Cottage", et cetera.

Additional Information

Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with its original artwork and text. First published in 1929.

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