Folklore of Wells: Being a Study of Water-Worship in East and West

"Folklore of Wells: Being a Study of Water-Worship in East and West" by Rustom Pestonji Masani explores the cultural importance of water through an early 20th-century lens. Inspired by conflicts between public health and religious traditions in Bombay, the book investigates how diverse cultures in the East and West revere water sources, specifically wells. It sheds light on the rituals, beliefs, and social practices linked to water worship, revealing how ancient ideas of water as a spiritual and vital entity continue to influence communities. Masani sets out to examine the origins and implications of these customs beyond Bombay, hinting at a broad exploration of water-related folklore worldwide.