The Dialect And Folk-Lore Of Northamptonshire

The Dialect And Folk-Lore Of Northamptonshire

Thomas Sternberg

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2020
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Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9789354170539
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Step into the heart of Victorian England with Thomas Sternberg’s masterwork, a vivid tapestry of the dialect and folklore that shaped Northamptonshire in the 1800s. Every page hums with the voices of rural life-tales spun by firesides, proverbs whispered in fields, and the unique turns of phrase that coloured everyday speech. This is living history. Through Sternberg’s meticulous collection, readers are drawn into the customs, superstitions, and folk tales that reveal the rich cultural heritage of Northamptonshire, making it essential for anyone fascinated by English county history or the enduring power of local traditions.A cornerstone in 19th-century folklore collection and British dialect studies, The Dialect And Folk-Lore Of Northamptonshire stands as both a scholarly resource and a treasure trove for the curious. Historians, folklorists, and students of dialects will find rare insight into the language and stories that defined a community, while casual readers are invited to wander the legends and beliefs that shaped a region’s soul. Sternberg’s work endures as a testament to the voices of the past and the vibrant rural life of Victorian Northamptonshire.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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