Dorothy Noyes Bücher

This impressive contribution to the anthropology of Europe is the first full- length study in English of the Patum, a Corpus Christi fire festival unique to the town of Berga, in the foothills of the Catalan Pyrenees (Spain). It also marks the emergence of an important scholar. . . . Highly recommended.-Choice schovat popis

The collection of fifteen essays explores the interplay between folk traditions and the perspectives of folklorists, examining their roles in understanding social life in contemporary Western society. Through incisive analysis, the book delves into how these two viewpoints interact and shape cultural narratives, providing a comprehensive look at the significance of folklore in modern contexts.