Visions And Beliefs In The West Of Ireland
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ISBN10: 1163106038
ISBN13: 9781163106037
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 346
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.72 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163106037
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 346
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.72 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Visions and Beliefs in the West of Ireland is a book written by Lady Augusta Gregory, a prominent figure in the Irish literary world. The book is a collection of stories, legends, and beliefs that were gathered from the people of the west of Ireland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of Irish folklore. The first section focuses on the beliefs of the people, including their beliefs in fairies, ghosts, and other supernatural beings. The second section explores the customs and traditions of the people, including their beliefs about marriage, birth, and death. The third section of the book is dedicated to the stories of the people, including tales of heroism, love, and tragedy. The final section of the book explores the landscape of the west of Ireland and its relationship to the people who live there. Throughout the book, Lady Gregory presents these stories and beliefs in a straightforward and accessible way, making them accessible to readers who may not be familiar with Irish folklore. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and traditions of a people and a place that have captured the imaginations of generations of readers.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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