Excerpt from The Hoopoe, a Study in European Folklore: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of the Division of the Humanities in Candidacy for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy
On the following pages I offer what I have collected of the lore of the hoopoe. So far as possible, I shall arrange my material geographically and chronologically. I shall present it in the following order: 1. The hoopoe, the crested bird; 2. The hoopoe, the doctor (folk-medicine, magical and similar prac tices and beliefs); 3. The hoopoe, an exponent of filial piety; hoopoe, the bird that fouls its nest.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the lore and traditions surrounding the hoopoe bird throughout history and how its image has been shaped through time. Across ancient and medieval Europe, the hoopoe held a fascinating role, often linked to filial piety and family devotion, which extended to the bird being employed as a symbol of Christ. Exploring the hoopoe's role as a healer with magical and medicinal qualities in folklore, the author analyzes its significance as a symbol of parental love and filial piety, tracing the theme across different cultural and historical contexts. The author examines literary and artistic references to the hoopoe, exploring its portrayal in medieval bestiaries and ecclesiastical art. Engaging and meticulously researched, this book offers a unique perspective on the hoopoe, shedding light on its historical and cultural significance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282567071_0
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