"Legends & Romances of Brittany" by Lewis Spence is an arrangement of old stories and myths that brings the interesting culture of Brittany to life, written in the early 1900s. The book shows a full picture of the area's traditions, with folk tales, songs, exciting stories from the past, and descriptions of spirits and local ways. Spence wants to share Breton culture with English readers through these stories, connecting different cultures. The beginning of the book explains what the author wants to do and the different kinds of stories in it. Spence points out that even though Breton folk tales are like those from other places, they have their own special qualities that come from Brittany's past and myths. The first parts tell about Brittany's land and history, suggesting how its beautiful nature is connected to the magical stories of its people, like the Arthurian legends and local stories about old places. The introduction gets readers ready for an exciting trip through magical and strange stories that are full of cultural meaning and important history.
Legends & Romances of Brittany
By Lewis Spence
Venture into a world where ancient folklore and historical heroism intertwine, revealing the enchanting and mystical essence of a unique culture.
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About the AuthorJames Lewis Thomas Chalmers Spence was a Scottish journalist, poet, author, folklorist and occult scholar. Spence was a Fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland, and vice-president of the Scottish Anthropological and Folklore Society. He founded the Scottish National Movement.
James Lewis Thomas Chalmers Spence was a Scottish journalist, poet, author, folklorist and occult scholar. Spence was a Fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland, and vice-president of the Scottish Anthropological and Folklore Society. He founded the Scottish National Movement.
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