Folklore in the English & Scottish Ballads

"Folklore in the English & Scottish Ballads" is an exhaustive and scholarly exploration of the rich traditional beliefs, superstitions, and customs preserved within the classic balladry of Great Britain. Author Lowry Charles Wimberly conducts a meticulous analysis of the Child ballads to uncover the underlying folk motifs that define these enduring oral narratives. The work is organized into thematic sections, covering the supernatural world, the realm of the dead, and the various magical practices-such as spells, charms, and transformation-that permeate the songs.By examining the pagan and Christian influences found in these verses, Wimberly provides a profound understanding of the cultural consciousness of the English and Scottish people. Readers will find detailed discussions on the nature of fairies, ghosts, and the afterlife, as well as the significance of domestic rituals and social taboos. This volume serves as an essential reference for students of literature, anthropology, and ethnomusicology, offering a window into the ancient worldviews that shaped Western folk traditions. "Folklore in the English & Scottish Ballads" remains a cornerstone text for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of poetry and folk belief.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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