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British Popular Customs, Present and Past, 1876, Vol. 1 of 5: Illustrating the Social Anddomestic Manners of the People; Arranged According to the Calendar of the Year (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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N EW Year's Day has always been a time of general rejoicing and festivity, its observance being characterised by many a curious custom and superstitious practice. Story tells us how on this day the Druids were accustomed, with much pomp and ceremony. To distribute branches of the sacred mistletoe amongst the pe0p1e; those precious gifts having the night before been cut from the oak-tree in a. Forest dedicated to the gods. Among the Saxons of the northern nations the new year was ushered in by friendly gifts, and celebrated with such extraordinary festivity that people actually used to reckon their age by the numbers of annual merry-makings in which they had participated. Fosbroke, in his Encyclopedia of Antiquities, notices the continua tion of the Roman practice of interchanging gifts during the middle and later ages; a custom Which prevailed especially amongst our kings, queens, and the nobility. According to Matthew Paris, Henry III., following the discreditable example of some of the Roman emperors, even extorted them from his subjects.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating world of British popular customs, tracing their evolution from ancient times to the Victorian era. The author meticulously documents a wide array of traditions, festivities, and beliefs that were once deeply ingrained in the fabric of British society. From the festive merriment of New Year's Day to the elaborate rituals surrounding Twelfth Night, the book offers a glimpse into a bygone world where social and domestic life was intimately entwined with a rich tapestry of customs and superstitions. The author delves into the origins of these customs, illuminating their connections to pagan rites, medieval practices, and evolving societal norms. He also explores the symbolism embedded in these traditions, showcasing how they reflected the spiritual, social, and political realities of their time. The book provides a rich and detailed account of how these customs were observed by various social classes, from the royal court to the humble peasantry. Through detailed descriptions of specific customs and anecdotes about their historical context, the book offers a captivating journey through the evolution of British popular culture. It provides a unique and valuable insight into the social and domestic manners of the British people in years past. 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 9781332430819_0
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