Folk Lore Notes. Vol. I—Gujarat

"Folk Lore Notes. Vol. I—Gujarat" by A. M. T. Jackson is a compilation of important folk stories from the early 1900s. Exploring the traditions of the people inhabiting Gujarat, it emphasizes the themes of local gods, forces of nature, and the variety of rituals that create the colorful history of Indian folklore. It's also a respectful remembrance of A. M. T. Jackson, who gathered these insights in his lifetime. This book begins by giving the circumstances of its creation, pointing out the importance of documenting the quickly changing folk traditions in Western India around the start of the 20th century. It shows Jackson's investigation into the beliefs of local populations using surveys given to school teachers, hoping to capture the most important parts of their spiritual and cultural habits. R. E. Enthoven, who took on the job of publishing these notes after Jackson's death, thinks about the material's value, implying that they show a great deal of information about the worship of spirits, lesser gods, and numerous ceremonial habits that are important for understanding the folklore of Gujarat.