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Overview
Overview
More than 1,000 A-to-Z entries emphasize the central themes and traditions of world folklore from ancient times to the present day. Entries include: -- Folkloric associations of superstitions, dreams, and myths -- Beliefs and remedies linked with herbs, birds, and animals -- Popular heroes and folkloric characters, including Charlemagne, Paul Bunyan, Don Juan, Hiawatha, and Merlin -- Fabulous beasts and beings, including dragons, elves, fairies, giants, and mermaids -- Customs, rituals, and festivals surrounding such events as birth, marriage, and death -- Folkloric origins of nursery rhymes, proverbs, and sayings.
- Format: Hardcover
- Author: Pickering, David
- ISBN: 9780816042500
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 9.58 x 1.29
- Number Of Pages: 324
- Publication Year: 2000
Language:
English