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The Dialect And Folk-Lore Of Northamptonshire

The Dialect And Folk-Lore Of Northamptonshire

Sternberg, Thomas

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Literary CriticismAnthropologyMythology & Folklore

ISBN10: 1428607145
ISBN13: 9781428607149
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 15 2006
Pages: 228
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.52 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Dialect and Folk-Lore of Northamptonshire is a comprehensive study of the local dialect and folk traditions of the English county of Northamptonshire. Written by Thomas Sternberg and first published in 1851, the book explores the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of the region, including its distinctive vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, as well as its customs, superstitions, and beliefs. Drawing on extensive fieldwork and research, Sternberg provides a detailed analysis of the Northamptonshire dialect, comparing it to other regional varieties of English and tracing its historical roots. He also documents a wide range of folk traditions, from seasonal festivals and rituals to popular legends and ghost stories. The book includes numerous examples of dialect speech and folk poetry, as well as illustrations and photographs of local landmarks and artifacts. A valuable resource for linguists, folklorists, and anyone interested in the history and culture of Northamptonshire, The Dialect and Folk-Lore of Northamptonshire remains a classic work of regional scholarship.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.

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