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The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man: Being an Account of its Myths, Legends, Superstitions, Customs and Proverbs

The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man: Being an Account of its Myths, Legends, Superstitions, Customs and Proverbs

Moore, A. W.

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ISBN10: 1169288510
ISBN13: 9781169288515
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 210
Weight: 1.29
Height: 0.50 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man is a book written by A.W. Moore, which provides a comprehensive account of the myths, legends, superstitions, customs, and proverbs of the Isle of Man. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the island's history, geography, and culture, as well as its folk tales and beliefs. It explores the island's unique traditions and customs, such as the Manx language, the annual Tynwald ceremony, and the famous Manx cats. The book also delves into the supernatural beliefs of the island's inhabitants, including stories of fairies, witches, and ghosts. With its rich detail and engaging storytelling, The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of this unique island.1891. Contents: Myths Connected with the Legendary History of the Isle of Man; Hagiological and Mytho-Historical Legends; Fairies and Familiar Spirits; Hobgoblins, Monsters, Giants, Mermaids, Apparitions; Magic, Witchcraft; Customs and Superstitions Connected with the Seasons; Superstitions Connected with the Sun, Animals, Trees, Plants, Sacred Edifices; Customs and Superstitions Connected with Birth, Marriage and Death; Customs Formerly Enforced by Law; and Proverbs and Sayings.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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