Publisher's Synopsis
A Handbook of Folklore by Charlotte Sophia Burne is a comprehensive guide to the study of folklore. The book covers a wide range of topics, including myths, legends, folk tales, superstitions, customs, and beliefs. It provides a detailed overview of the history and development of folklore as a field of study, and explores the various methods and techniques used to collect and analyze folklore.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of folklore. The first section provides an introduction to the study of folklore, including its definition, scope, and purpose. The second section explores the different types of folklore, such as ballads, proverbs, riddles, and charms. The third section examines the role of folklore in society, including its function as a means of social control, entertainment, and communication.The fourth section of the book is devoted to the collection and analysis of folklore. It provides practical advice on how to collect and record folklore, and discusses the various techniques used to analyze and interpret it. The final section of the book explores the relationship between folklore and other disciplines, such as anthropology, history, and literature.Overall, A Handbook of Folklore is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of folklore. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, and offers practical advice on how to collect, analyze, and interpret folklore.1914. A compendium of folkloric beliefs and tales from around the world. The �������learning of the people.������� Contents: What folklore is; How to collect and record folklore; Belief and practice: earth and sky, vegetable world, animal world, human beings, things made by man, the soul and another life, superhuman beings; Omens and divination; The magic art; Disease and leech craft; Social and political institutions; Rites of individual life; Occupations and industries; Calendar fasts and festivals; Games, sports, and pastimes; Stories, songs, and sayings; Appendices.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.