The Grateful Dead The History Of A Folk Story (1908)

The Grateful Dead: The History Of A Folk Story (1908) by Gordon Hall Gerould is a comprehensive exploration of the origins, evolution, and enduring appeal of the legend of the grateful dead. Drawing on a wide range of historical and cultural sources, Gerould traces the development of the grateful dead story from its earliest roots in ancient mythology and folklore through its various manifestations in medieval literature, Renaissance drama, and modern popular culture.Along the way, Gerould examines the many different versions of the grateful dead story that have emerged over the centuries, from the tales of the wandering dead in ancient Greece to the ghostly apparitions of medieval Europe to the psychedelic rock band that took its name from the legend in the 1960s. He also explores the symbolic meanings and cultural significance of the grateful dead story, showing how it has been used to address a variety of social, political, and spiritual issues throughout history.Written with a lively and engaging style, The Grateful Dead: The History Of A Folk Story (1908) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich and fascinating history of this enduring legend. Whether you are a fan of the band or simply curious about the origins of one of the most enduring stories in human history, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten.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.