Observations on popular antiquities: chiefly illustrating the origin of our vulgar customs, ceremonies and superstitions
Auteur :
Brand, John
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781108036474
Date de publication :
8 déc. 2011
Dimensions :
24,4 x 17,0 x 3,8 cm
Poids :
1170 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
First published in 1813 as a revision of an earlier edition, this two-volume almanac of British festivals and superstitions is widely regarded as one of the earliest authorities on folklore. Volume 2 recounts the origins and practices of customs and ceremonies including birth, death and marriage rites.