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Primitive Beliefs in the Northeast of Scotland

Primitive Beliefs in the Northeast of Scotland

McPherson, J. M.

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Fiction AnthologiesAsian American StudiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1161393056
ISBN13: 9781161393057
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 324
Weight: 2.29
Height: 0.75 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Primitive Beliefs in the Northeast of Scotland is a comprehensive study of the traditional beliefs and customs of the people living in the northeast region of Scotland. Written by J.M. McPherson, the book explores the various aspects of the religious and superstitious practices of the people, including their beliefs in ghosts, witches, and fairies. The author also delves into the history of these beliefs, tracing their origins back to the ancient Celtic and Pictish cultures that once inhabited the area. Through interviews with local residents and extensive research, McPherson provides a fascinating insight into the rich cultural heritage of this region of Scotland. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish folklore and the history of traditional beliefs in the country.1929. The following study is designed to give some account of the primitive beliefs and customs obtained in the Northeast of Scotland during the last three centuries. The subject has been divided into two parts, the first dealing with beliefs that may be broadly classified as survivals of nature worship, the second with beliefs which connect with the Black Art. Contents: Nature Worship: fire festivals; needfire; holy wells; spirits of rivers, lochs and ocean; spirits of trees, stones, caves; spirit of the corn; fairies; lares; devil worship; black art: organization and ritual; conventions; working woe; means of working woe; safeguards; transfer; beneficent rites; divination; rewards and punishments.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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