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Popular beliefs & controversial knowledge

Paperback. Editor(s): Dorson, Richard Mercer. Num Pages: 570 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 30. Weight in Grams: 763.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
570
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1982
Edition
New ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226158716
ISBN
9780226158716
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.84
€ 48.52

Hardback. Cover slightly stained. Keywords: "20th Century, Folklore, History & Criticism, Classic, The Classics, Scottish, Criticism, English" This study examines how various conventions from Irish folklore have been subsumed in 12 Irish novels published between 1912 and 1948, including works by James Joyce, Flann O'Brien, Mervyn Wall, Darrell Figgis, Eimar O'Duffy and James Stephens. black & white illustrations. Series: Contributions to the Study of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 2AB; 3JJ; DSBH; DSK; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 374
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Number of pages
176
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KHS0069877
ISBN
9780313304903
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 30.99
€ 4.99

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752429298
ISBN
9780752429298
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. Essex, the witch hunting county, is especially rich in traditions, legends, dialect and stories. This book explores the origins and meanings of its traditions to create a sense of the influence of the customs of the past. It is aimed at those who wish to revel in the delights of times past. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 418.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752436777
ISBN
9780752436777
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.94

Paperback. Hampshire is proud host to traditions, customs and legends that may seem strange to the people of the twenty-first century but were very real to the Hampshire folk of yesteryear. From Abbotts Ann and the Maiden's Garlands to the Tichborne Dole and St Swithun's forty days of rain, this looks at the folklore of Hampshire. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 344.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752451794
ISBN
9780752451794
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Presents a survey, drawing on a wide range of printed, manuscript and oral material. This title covers topics such as local legend and lore, ghosts and witchcraft, folk medicine, work and play, sport and fairs, crime and punishment, music, drama and calender customs. Num Pages: 256 pages, 100ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEML; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 598.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752424682
ISBN
9780752424682
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.68

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752459646
ISBN
9780752459646
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.58

Paperback. Describes the reaction of the common people to some of the tumultuous events which occurred in Northamptonshire and shaped England's history, and how this gave rise to many colorful folklore traditions. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMM; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 13. Weight in Grams: 398.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752435220
ISBN
9780752435220
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.60

Paperback. A comprehensive survey that places the folklore of Northumbria in its historical, cultural, religious and social context. It covers a wide range of subjects including; witchcraft, dragon lore, seasonal customs, ghosts, legends and mythology. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYN; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 350.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448909
ISBN
9780752448909
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.57

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 87 color images. BIC Classification: 1KBBEJ; JFHF; VXQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 254 x 11. Weight in Grams: 584.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764341274
ISBN
9780764341274
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 21.35

Paperback. The author is a Gaelic-speaking scholar and archaeologist who has lived and worked in crofting communities. In this edition, she portrays the beliefs and customs of Scottish Gaelic society, including: seasonal customs deriving from Celtic festivals; the famous waulking songs; and the Highland tradition of seers and second sight. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 236 x 11. Weight in Grams: 356.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752419046
ISBN
9780752419046
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Wales is a Celtic country and the Celts have always treasured oral learning and recitation. Indeed they have a passion for committing facts to memory rather than relying on the written word. This title covers legends associated with place-names; calendar customs; giants and monsters; omens and second sight; and, folk healing and herbal remedies. Illustrator(s): Feachem, Richard, KBE. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; JFHF; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 340.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752419350
ISBN
9780752419350
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.96

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138774957
ISBN
9781138774957
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.93

Paperback. Presents a study of folklore and folklore methodologies. This book outlines four perspectives that researchers employ to conceptualize, document, and study the phenomena that we consider 'folklore': folklore as artifact, describable and diffusible entity, culture, and behavior. It describes the pervasiveness of folklore in everyday life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 106 b&w photos. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 181 x 234 x 20. Weight in Grams: 620.
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253209948
ISBN
9780253209948
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.09

paperback. Appearing here for the first time in paperback, the stories in Folktales from Iraq, each accompanied by specially commissioned engravings, allow the reader to travel to a distant, imaginary land swirling with great fortunes, terrifying predicaments, and quick-witted heroes. Illustrator(s): Wright, John Buckland. Series: Pine Street Books. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 268.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780812219135
ISBN
9780812219135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.67

Paperback. Features folktales from old men sitting outside their houses in Aleppo, drinking tea. Illustrator(s): Rugh, Douglas. Series: CMES Modern Middle East Literatures in Translation Series. Num Pages: 104 pages, 20 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1FBS; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 8. Weight in Grams: 164.
Publisher
Center for Middle Eastern Studies, The University of Texas at Austin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292706309
ISBN
9780292706309
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 20.87

Hardback. Contains stories which range from animal tales and tales of supernatural beings to stories about village characters and priests and their apprentices. This book includes a background on the country and Japanese culture, notes on the tales, a glossary, recipes, games and crafts, and colour photos and illustrations. Series: World Folklore Series. Num Pages: 236 pages, 18 illustrations (b&w), 17 figures. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 667.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781591584889
ISBN
9781591584889
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.65
€ 51.41

Paperback. Few countries can boast such a plenitude of traditional folktales as Ireland. In 1935 the creation of The Irish Folklore Commission set in motion the first organized efforts of collecting and studying a multitude of folktales. Represented here are some of this collection. Editor(s): O'Sullivan, Sean. Series: Folktales of the World S. Num Pages: 358 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 214 x 141 x 20. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
New edition
Number of pages
358
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226639987
ISBN
9780226639987
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 34.48

Hardcover. Joha has Janus' double face: On the one hand, he is innocent and stupid; on the other, a trickster. He is a cheater and is cheated. He sets traps for others and falls into traps himself; he is simpleton and liar, victimizer and victim. Editor(s): Koen-Sarano, Matilda. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: HRJ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780827607224
ISBN
9780827607224
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.54

Paperback. Editor(s): Mason, Laura. Num Pages: 200 pages, 30 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; WB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 184 x 18. Weight in Grams: 622.
Publisher
Prospect Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
annotated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903018170
ISBN
9781903018170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 34.12

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