The book offers a reprint of the original work published in 1883, preserving the historical context and insights of its time. It provides readers with a glimpse into the era's themes, language, and societal norms, making it a valuable resource for those interested in historical literature. The reprint aims to maintain the authenticity of the original text while making it accessible to contemporary audiences.
George Laurence Gomme Poradie kníh
Tento autor sa zaoberal štúdiom ľudovej kultúry a jej uchovávaním pre budúce generácie. Jeho práca spočívala v starostlivom zbieraní a analýze tradičných príbehov a zvykov. Venoval sa tiež organizácii a podpore bádania v oblasti histórie a ľudovej kultúry. Jeho snaha o dokumentáciu a šírenie ľudového dedičstva je jeho hlavným prínosom.






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