Primitive Beliefs in the Northeast of Scotland (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169765535)

""Primitive Beliefs in the Northeast of Scotland"" is a comprehensive study conducted by J.M. McPherson on the traditional beliefs and practices of the people living in the Northeast region of Scotland. The book explores the various aspects of folk beliefs, including their origins, superstitions, customs, and rituals, and how they have evolved over time. McPherson has conducted extensive research, including interviews with local people, to provide an in-depth understanding of the beliefs and practices of the region. The book also covers topics such as witchcraft, the supernatural, and the role of religion in the lives of the people. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland, and provides a unique insight into the beliefs and practices of a bygone era.1929. The following study is designed to give some account of the primitive beliefs and customs obtained in the Northeast of Scotland during the last three centuries. The subject has been divided into two parts, the first dealing with beliefs that may be broadly classified as survivals of nature worship, the second with beliefs which connect with the Black Art. Contents: Nature Worship: fire festivals; needfire; holy wells; spirits of rivers, lochs and ocean; spirits of trees, stones, caves; spirit of the corn; fairies; lares; devil worship; black art: organization and ritual; conventions; working woe; means of working woe; safeguards; transfer; beneficent rites; divination; rewards and punishments.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.

Author: J. M. McPherson
ISBN-10: 116976553X
ISBN-13: 9781169765535
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.75d