Weather and Folk Lore of Peterborough and District by Charles Dack
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"Weather and Folk Lore of Peterborough and District" by Charles Dack is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book provides an exploration of local meteorological signs and traditional folklore relating to weather, mainly focused on the region of Peterborough, which is situated at the intersection of several counties including Northampton, Huntingdon, Lincoln, and Cambridge. It captures the essence of local customs and beliefs, while also documenting sayings and
proverbs that originate from these traditions. In this work, Dack compiles a rich tapestry of weather lore and folk beliefs that have been passed down through generations in the Peterborough area. The text examines various proverbs and rhymes connected to weather patterns and their significance to farming and rural life. It highlights how local customs around changing seasons, celebrations (like May Day and Christmas), and agricultural practices coexist with weather predictions, illustrating the deep-rooted relationship between natural phenomena and community culture. Through anecdotal evidence and personal accounts, Dack preserves a unique historical perspective on regional heritage, showcasing the peculiar charms and rituals that define the character of the area. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dack, Charles, 1848?-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14016377 |
| Title | Weather and Folk Lore of Peterborough and District |
| Credits |
Produced by Julie Barkley, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Weather -- Folklore |
| Subject | Folklore -- England -- Peterborough |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17269 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17269-9 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 619 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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