Explore the rich everyday rituals, beliefs, and practices that shape life in Gujarat.
This edition pulls together the folklore, ceremonies, and superstitions that guide farming, childbirth, disease, and communal celebrations in the region.
Through vivid descriptions of harvest rites, cattle protection, Holi celebrations, and village deities, the book reveals how people use ritual and myth to explain natural events, protect crops, and mark life’s milestones. The material offers a window into social customs, caste differences, and the everyday power of tradition in rural Gujarat.
Ideal for readers of ethnography, folklore, and South Asian studies seeking a ground-level view of Gujarat’s traditional life.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of folklore from Gujarat and the Konkan, gathered by the author during the early 20th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of these two regions of Western India, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of folklore. The book is divided into two main sections, one dealing with Gujarat and the other with the Konkan. Each section contains a variety of tales, legends, and customs, ranging from stories about the gods and goddesses to everyday superstitions and beliefs. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various rituals and ceremonies associated with these beliefs, and also discusses the role of folklore in the lives of the people of Gujarat and the Konkan. One of the most striking things about this book is the way in which it reveals the close relationship between the folklore of these two regions. Many of the tales and legends are common to both Gujarat and the Konkan, and there are also many similarities in the rituals and ceremonies. This suggests that there has been a long history of cultural exchange between these two regions. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and the author's deep knowledge of the subject matter is evident throughout. This is a valuable addition to the literature on Indian folklore, and it is sure to be of interest to both scholars and general readers. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333679477_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333679477
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333679477
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)