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The Folklore Calendar

The Folklore Calendar

Long, George

Paperback

AnthropologyMythology & FolkloreBritish History

ISBN10: 102534510X
ISBN13: 9781025345109
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 306
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Folklore Calendar offers a fascinating exploration of the traditional customs and seasonal rituals that have shaped British cultural life for centuries. Written by George Long, this work provides a comprehensive guide to the folklore associated with specific days and months throughout the year, capturing the essence of local festivals, rural traditions, and historical ceremonies. From the midwinter celebrations of the Yule log to the vibrant May Day festivities and harvest rituals, the book chronicles the origins and practices of many nearly forgotten traditions.

This volume serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the social history and communal identity of Great Britain. By detailing the superstitious beliefs, legendary stories, and communal gatherings that defined the rural calendar, The Folklore Calendar preserves a vital record of the folk heritage that once flourished across the countryside. Long's detailed observations provide readers with a window into a past where the cycles of nature and the rhythms of the seasons were marked by communal celebration and ancient lore.

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