The Journal Of American Folk-Lore (Volume Iii)

Deep, resonant and curiously modern, The Journal of American Folk-Lore (Volume III) gathers voices from a transforming nation. Voices of a nation preserved. By William Wells Newell, this volume stands as an american folklore collection and folk traditions anthology, assembling regional narratives, field observations and reflective notes that reveal nineteenth century folklore across the United States. You will encounter native american legends beside rural ballads, proverbs and local customs; together they form a vivid ledger of everyday belief and expression in late 1800s America. The balance of lively storytelling and methodical recording makes the book both engaging and useful: casual readers can savour folk tales and myths, while students and practitioners of cultural anthropology studies find primary material for study and comparison. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Of historical and literary significance, the Journal of American Folklore helped to shape how united states folklore was gathered and discussed, and its articles remain a cornerstone for researchers and historians tracing oral traditions, regional belief systems and the shifting cultural landscape of the period. Beyond immediate stories, the journal records patterns of belief, seasonal customs and conversational forms that illuminate how communities adapted and passed knowledge across generations. Its cross-disciplinary reach makes it of interest not only to folklorists but to historians, linguists and students of literature, offering raw material for comparative work and reinterpretation. As a folklore enthusiasts resource it supplies depth and variety; as a collector's piece it offers authenticity and provenance for those assembling classic literature. Both casual readers and serious collectors will find The Journal of American Folk-Lore (Volume III) a rewarding and illuminating addition to any shelf and beyond.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354188028
• ISBN13: 9789354188022
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 726 Pages
• Weight: 4.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.5" x 11.0"