And Folk-lore

And Folk-lore

SAMUEL ADAMS DRAKE

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9781279981108
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'And Folk-lore', by Samuel Adams Drake, is a collection of essays exploring the rich tapestry of folklore and legends that have shaped societies throughout history. Delving into social history, the book examines popular customs, traditions, and beliefs passed down through generations. Drake’s work offers insights into the cultural significance of folk narratives, providing a window into the values and worldviews of communities across diverse regions. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book preserves and celebrates the enduring power of folk traditions, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone fascinated by the stories that define us.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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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