The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man: Being an Account of its Myths, Legends, Superstitions, Customs and Proverbs - Couverture souple

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ISBN 10 : 1162633166 ISBN 13 : 9781162633169

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

""The Folk Lore of the Isle of Man"" is a comprehensive account of the myths, legends, superstitions, customs, and proverbs of the Isle of Man. Written by A.W. Moore, this book provides a detailed exploration of the island's rich cultural heritage, drawing on a range of sources including oral traditions, historical records, and personal observations. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the island's ancient pagan beliefs, its Christian traditions, its unique customs and festivals, and its rich folklore and superstitions. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the island's landscape, wildlife, and people, offering readers a vivid and engaging portrait of this fascinating place. Whether you are a scholar of folklore, a lover of history, or simply someone interested in learning more about the Isle of Man, this book is an essential resource.1891. Contents: Myths Connected with the Legendary History of the Isle of Man; Hagiological and Mytho-Historical Legends; Fairies and Familiar Spirits; Hobgoblins, Monsters, Giants, Mermaids, Apparitions; Magic, Witchcraft; Customs and Superstitions Connected with the Seasons; Superstitions Connected with the Sun, Animals, Trees, Plants, Sacred Edifices; Customs and Superstitions Connected with Birth, Marriage and Death; Customs Formerly Enforced by Law; and Proverbs and Sayings.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.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

About the Author:

"Arthur William Moore, Manx antiquary, born on 6 Feb. 1853 at Cronkbourne, Douglas, Isle of Man, was one of ten children (five sons and five daughters) of William Fine Moore, J.P., owner and controller of the Tromode Sail-cloth Mills and a member of the self-elected House of Keys. His mother was Hannah, daughter of Henry Curwen Christian Curwen, of a Cumberland family. William Christian, 'Illiam Dhone' [q. v.], was an ancestor. Entering Rugby under Dr. Temple on 6 Feb. 1867, he passed to Trinity College, Cambridge, where he was bracketed second in the historical tripos of 1876 with Mr. Gordon Duff and graduated B.A. in 1876, proceeding M.A. in 1879. He distinguished himself in athletics at Cambridge and won his blue for Rugby football.

Moore devoted his adult activities to the welfare of his native island in all its phases. Succeeding his father as head of the sail cloth firm, he managed it with success until steamship competition destroyed the business. He was also director of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Co., of which he published an historical account, and of the Isle of Man Banking Co. Placed on the commission of the peace in 1877, he became member of the House of Keys in 1881, and being elected speaker in 1898, held the office till death. He ably championed the rights and privileges of the house when the house came into conflict with the governor and council. He took part in drawing up the petition for a reform of the Manx Constitution in 1907. He was also a member of the council of education for the island (1888), of the harbour board (1899), and of the Manx Diocesan Church Commissioners, and became deputy receiver general in 1905. He interested himself in meteorology, publishing a pamphlet on the climate of the island in 1899 and a record of ' Earth Temperatures at Cronkbourne 1880-9,'in the 'Royal Meteorological Soc Quarterly Journal' (ox., Oct. 1894). He was president of the Isle of Man Agriculture Society in 1883. In 1902 he received King Edward VII on his visit to the island, and was created C.V.O. in the same year.

On Manx antiquities Moore was the chief authority in the island, and was one of the museum and ancient monuments trustees from the formation of that body in 1886. Moore's chief title to fame is as the promoter of the study of the Manx language and of Manx history. quot; (Quote from isle-of-man.com)

Présentation de l'éditeur

Collected from many sources; with aG eneral I ntroduction; and withE xplanatory Notes to each Chapter; BY A A- y.- -A. W. MOOFE, M.A.J AUTHOR OF MANX NAMES? c. 41 would not for any quantity of gold, part with the wonderful tales which I have retained from my earliest childhood, or have met with in my progress through life. Martin Luther, ISLE OF MAN: BROWN SON. Times Buildings, A thdt Street, Douglas. LONDON: D. NUTT, 270. Strand.
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1162633166
• ISBN 13: 9781162633169
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 210
• Éditeur: Moore Fellow And Tutor In Philosophy A W
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