Folklore of Essex

Essex - the witch hunting county - is especially rich in traditions, legends, dialect and stories that have been handed down through the ages. It is these traditions that are gathered together in this volume and whose origins and meanings are explored to create a sense of how the customs of the past have influenced the ways of the present. This fully illustrated study of folklore rediscovers those traditions that have either vanished, been ignored or hidden away. There are tales of dragons and warriors, literary folk and legendary folk, but always at the heart of Essex folklore are the traditional beliefs, stories, events and customs of the common people. Daily life itself contained numerous beliefs and maxims, omens and superstitions, as well as being full of music, dance and song.Author: Kent, Sylvia,author Contributors: Kent, Sylvia,author Binding: paperback Publication Date: Release Date: Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis Edition: Reprint Published/Release Date: 1 Jan 2009 Format: Paperback / softback Publisher/Studio/Brand: The History Press Ltd Author/Director/Artist: Sylvia Kent Dimension (cm): 241x152x13 mm Package Dimension (cm): 23x234x156 mm Item Weight (g): 417 Package Weight (g): 420