Folk Lore Of East Yorkshire

Folk Lore Of East Yorkshire

John Nicholson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781428627529
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''Folk Lore Of East Yorkshire'' is a comprehensive collection of traditional stories, legends, customs, and beliefs from the East Yorkshire region of England. Written by John Nicholson, a noted folklorist and historian, the book covers a wide range of topics, including ghost stories, superstitions, folk remedies, and local legends. The book also includes detailed descriptions of traditional festivals and celebrations, such as May Day and Harvest Home. Through these stories and traditions, Nicholson provides a fascinating insight into the lives and beliefs of the people of East Yorkshire, and the rich cultural heritage of the region. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in folklore, local history, or the customs and traditions of rural England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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