Cultural studies: customs and traditions Books

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

One of the first women s organizations to mask in a Mardi Gras parade, the Million Dollar Baby Dolls redefined the New Orleans carnival tradition. Tracing their origins from Storyville brothels and dance halls to their re-emergence in post-Katrina New...

First published in 1937, this collection presents a series of vignettes on Japanese life and thought, taken from 25 years of the author's work for the Japanese tourist board between 1912 and 1937.Dealing in subjects as diverse as...

Cosmopolitan Memory in Europe's 'Backwaters' reconsiders the definitional relationships of 'national character' and 'national heritage' in the context of Western industrial modernity. Taking as a case study the Greek islands of Skiathos and Skopelos...

Beads, Bodies, and Trash merges cultural sociology with a commodity chain analysis by following Mardi Gras beads to their origins. Beginning with Bourbon Street of New Orleans, this book moves to the grim factories in the tax-free economic zone of rural...

Our national holidays have been trivialized by merchandising, consumerism, and long weekends. What do you know about the origins of the national holidays of the United States? Boardman Kathan presents the persons and events that each of our "holy days"...

"Navigating Challenges in High Society" takes readers on a thought-provoking journey through the intricate world of high-class society, shedding light on the unique issues and dilemmas faced by its members. From the widening wealth gap to the perils of...

In this volume Massimo Canevacci draws on ethnographic fieldworkcarried out together with Bororo of the Mato Grosso (Brazil), in particular Kleber Meritororeu, to examine the tensions, conflicts and exchanges between transformation and tradition. The...

Embark on a Soulful Journey Through the Heart of Creole LifeStep into a world where the rush of zydeco rhythms and the simmering pots of etouffee tell a story deeper than words could express. "Bayou Born: Exploring Creole Identity" is a captivating...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

The Sun and Water have been worshiped since prehistoric times, as the givers of life. This fascinating book is a look at the history and reason behind this chapter of early religion. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the...

Yule, Beltane, and Halloween Festivals explores ancient celebrations and feasts that ancient communities of people held in worship of their gods.James Napier shines light on long-forgotten rituals and beliefs in this exploration of ancient religion...

An insightful look into the culture, religion, and magic of the native people of Japan: the Ainu.John Batchelor gives a first-hand account of the Ainu people who are indigenous to the Northern Japanese island Hokkaido. Having been sent as a Christian...

Jerusalem has a long and mystical history. This book explores the folklore and superstitions of one of the worlds most amazing cities. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

The Gael were, as a people, pre-eminently superstitious. They were, in the main, a simple minded race, credulous to the last degree, and in almost every form in which superstition has existed it was to be found among them. Many of the earliest books,...

The Journal Of The Gypsy Lore Society, is an esteemed journal on the culture and folklore of the gypsies of the world at the turn of the 19th century. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely...

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Fife, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest...

The border lands of England and Scotland have experienced a torrid and violent history, this is reflected in the folklore and tales of the area. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce...

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Leicestershire and Rutland, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many...

A captivating volume that's brimming with traditional Dorsetshire folktales and superstitions.John Symonds Udal provides enthralling insight into the rich history of folktales, legends, and superstitions in Dorset. Detailing many of the county's...

South eastern Russia is a vast stunning landscape with a beautiful and intricate cultures. This book looks into superstition and cultures of the Mordvin and Khazar kingdoms. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

A collection of ancient and whimsical folklore tales from the Shetland Isles.First published in 1899, John Spence's collection of folk tales from Shetland explore many long-forgotten superstitious beliefs and stories of magical creatures that linger on...

Numberless customs in Wales which appear to be meaningless, to people of average culture, are in truth replete with meaning. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...

The nomadic lifestyle holds magic and incredible mystery in the eyes of the western world. This fascinating book deals with the superstitions of the nomadic Berbers. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are...

The Mordvins are a unique people living in Russia. So far as is known, the Mordvins never worshipped images or natural objects as such. This interesting and well researched book is a brilliant insight to a kingdom of people that is little known in...

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Northamptonshire, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the...

The Bantu people cover a wide swathe of Africa and their legends have changed and evolved separately but have maintained a thread unique only held by Bantu legends. This book is a must read for anybody with in interest in the incredible world of African...

Cornwall has always been a county largely given to hospitality, they have met from time immemorial made it a practice to meet at each others houses to celebrate their feasts and saints days. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to...

The Aino people of Japan are very little known and where treated as savages when discovered by western travellers. Their religion was rich and cultured and this book opens the eyes of the reader to a culture that so few people know of. Many of the...

There is no superstition stronger in Ireland then a belief in the curative power of the sacred wells that are scattered over the country. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and...

The vast Mongolian steppe is a place that few people will ever get to see. This enthralling book is a glimpse into the mysticism and stories spawned by this incredible landscape and rugged nomadic people. Many of the earliest books, particularly those...

Since the dawn of time fire has been the source of awe, respect and reverence. In this unusual book find how fire was used in the rituals and beliefs of many different cultures. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and...

Morocco is a melting pot of cultures and religions, in this deeply researched essay, all the information is gathered from eye witness accounts and oral histories gathered first hand from the peasantry at the turn of the 19th century. Many of the earliest...

This unusual early work is both hard to find and expensive in its first edition. William Carleton is universally recognised as the greatest delineator of the manners and customs of the Irish peasantry. His Traits and Stories has great historical value,...

Der Aberglaube ist ein Buch von Hubert Theophil Simar aus dem Jahr 1878. Es ist ein Werk �����ber den Aberglauben und seine verschiedenen Erscheinungsformen in der Geschichte und Kultur. Simar untersucht den Glauben an Geister, Hexen, Zauberer und andere...

The Dynamics of Jewish Latino Relationships centers around three themes: immigration, race and identity, and faith and religion. Each chapter explores an encounter that, for various reasons, has brought Latinos and Jews together on the same stage.

Domestic Violence Laws in the United States and India is a comparative study of the domestic violence laws in India and the United States, seeking to illuminate the critical issues of intimate partner violence through the lenses of these two societies...

In the past 20 years, a new paradigm has emerged around the study of festive dining as a seminal social practice that functioned as the matrix for the social formation of a variety of groups in the Greco-Roman world, including earliest Christianity and...

This charming and delightful book offers a fascinating and entertaining glimpse into the rich cultural history and folklore of southern Sweden. With its engaging anecdotes and vivid illustrations, Sockerpullor Och Pepparkorn is a must-read for anyone...

L'Almanach des traditions populaires est un guide pratique qui offre des conseils sur la culture et les coutumes populaires. Il est destiné à ceux qui souhaitent en savoir plus sur l'histoire et les pratiques culturelles françaises.This work has been...