Vanhankansan tapoja ja taikoja : y.m. sivistyshistoriallisia pikkutietoja…
"Vanhankansan tapoja ja taikoja" by A. Th. Böök is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the traditions, customs, and folklore of the Central Häme region of Finland during the 19th century, presenting an extensive range of information about celebrations, agricultural practices, and community life. The book offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the area, showcasing how the local populace engaged with the natural
world and each other through these practices. The opening of "Vanhankansan tapoja ja taikoja" sets the stage for an exploration of local customs and festive occasions, beginning with a personal reflection from the author about his own experiences growing up in Häme. He recalls the peculiar and often mystical traditions observed in his community, emphasizing the importance of these memories in understanding the historical and cultural identity of the region. The initial sections detail various celebrations such as Christmas and New Year, illustrating the rituals and festivities that characterized these events, alongside the associated folklore and superstitions that were integral to the social fabric of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Böök, A. Th. (Albert Theodor), 1858-1943 |
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| Title | Vanhankansan tapoja ja taikoja : y.m. sivistyshistoriallisia pikkutietoja Keski-Hämeestä 1800-luvulta |
| Original Publication | Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto, 1912. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 33.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Joulun vietto -- Uuden vuoden vietto -- Tapaninajo -- Riukujuhla -- Laskiainen -- Pääsiäinen -- Helatuorstai ja helluntai -- Juhannus -- Uotinpäivät -- Pahat henget -- Kihlajaiset -- Kapio -- Häiden vietto -- Morsiuspuku ja "ruunaaja" -- Hautajaiset ja ruumisarkut -- Viinanpoltto -- Raipparangaistus -- Porvoon matkat -- Muistelmia nälkävuosilta -- Kansan merkkiä kalojen kutuajoista -- Onkiminen -- Kansan huomioita "terrin" ja "mehtäksen" soinnista -- Metsäriista ja pyydystystapoja -- Ensimmäinen höyryalus Päijänteellä -- Keski-Hämeen asukkailla kalavesiä Viitasaarella -- Muistoja vuoden 1808—1809 sodan ajoilta -- Alexanteri II:n matkasta Suomessa vuonna 1856 -- Padasjoki kauppapaikkana -- Entisiä kalkkiruukkia Keski-Hämeessä -- Kenanlyönti -- "Kerpeikkari". |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Hämeen lääni (Finland) -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Folklore -- Finland -- Hämeen lääni |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75536 |
| Release Date | Mar 5, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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