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Routledge Cambridgeshire Customs and Folklore - Volume 4

Name: Routledge Cambridgeshire Customs and Folklore - Volume 4
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the rich cultural history of Cambridgeshire with this detailed study by Enid Porter. Originally published in 1969, this volume from the Routledge Library Editions: Folklore series provides a deep look into the folk beliefs and customs observed in the region, covering both past and present traditions. Through years of collecting and recording local accounts, Porter captures a wide range of subjects. Readers can learn about the folklore surrounding courtship, marriage, birth, and death, as well as the connections between people and the natural world, including trees and plants. The book also examines traditional Cambridgeshire food and drink, alongside more mysterious topics like ghosts, witchcraft, and the cure of disease. Beyond superstitions, this work documents the practical side of local life, including charity, land-letting customs, and traditional occupations. It even provides details on the specific dress worn by workers in various crafts. This book is an essential resource for those interested in anthropology, sociology, and the preservation of English regional history.

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Comprehensive coverage of Cambridgeshire folk beliefs, including marriage, birth, and death customs.

Detailed accounts of local nature folklore involving trees, plants, and the natural world.

Insights into traditional regional food and drink customs of the Cambridgeshire area.

Exploration of supernatural topics such as ghosts, witchcraft, and traditional disease cures.

Historical documentation of local occupations and the traditional dress of various craft workers.

Valuable research on social customs like charity and land-letting practices within the county.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138842567
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Publication Date: 10 February 2015
Listed Since: 11 August 2014

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