Scottish Folk-Lore And Folk Life - Studies In Race, Culture And Tradition

Mackenzie, Donald A.

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An intensive study of Scotland's folklore and a detailed evaluation of the characteristic features that brought Celtic lore into prominence. This volume includes comparative notes and historical summaries of stories of alien intrusions, settlements, and expulsions. First published in 1935, the data presented in this text was gathered from Scottish schools during the recruiting period of the Great War. Featuring the following chapters: - The People, Their Origins and History - The Celtic Theory - Intrusions of Aliens - Language and Customs - Swine Cults: Sanctity and Abhorrence of Pig - Giant Lore of Scotland - Ancient Goddess Forms - Fairies and Fairyland - Demons of Land and Water - Festivals and Ceremonies
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Mackenzie, Donald A.
Titel
Scottish Folk-Lore And Folk Life - Studies In Race, Culture And Tradition
Uitgever
Read Books
Jaar
2010
Taal
Engels
Pagina's
320
Gewicht
420 gr
EAN
9781444656367
Afmetingen
139 x 215 x 22 mm
Bindwijze
Paperback

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