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A Dictionary Of British Folklore, 2

A Dictionary Of British Folklore, 2

George Laurence Gomme

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Legare Street Press
Año de edición:
2023
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Historia
ISBN:
9781019650042
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Explore the rich traditions and beliefs of British folklore with this comprehensive dictionary. From famous legends like King Arthur to lesser-known tales of local fairies and ghosts, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Britain. With detailed entries on folklore from all regions of the country, this book will entertain and inform readers of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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