Visions and Beliefs in the West of Ireland, Second Series by Gregory and Yeats
"Visions and Beliefs in the West of Ireland, Second Series" by Lady Gregory is a collection of folklore and traditions written in the early 20th century. The work examines the various cultural beliefs and practices surrounding Irish folklore, focusing heavily on the interactions between the living and the spiritual world, as well as the significance of plants, charms, and cures administered by local wise women. The beginning of the text introduces thereader to the rich tapestry of herbal lore prevalent in the Irish tradition. Through the accounts shared by various characters, it highlights the healing powers attributed to different herbs, the charms and rituals performed by wise women, and how the community engages with these beliefs. Anecdotes about individuals curing ailments, the historical significance of certain plants, and the presence of supernatural elements underscore the strong belief in the unquiet dead and the ongoing influence of the otherworldly in daily life. Overall, the opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the intertwined nature of belief, healing, and the supernatural in Irish culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Compiler | Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932 |
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| Annotator | Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939 |
| Title | Visions and Beliefs in the West of Ireland, Second Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Douglas L. Alley, III, Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Folklore -- Ireland |
| Subject | Ireland -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Atlantic Coast (Ireland) -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43974 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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