The Folklore Of The Pennsylvania Germans (1916)

by John Baer Stoudt and Pennsylvania-German Society

Book Overview

The Folklore Of The Pennsylvania Germans is a book written by John Baer Stoudt and first published in 1916. The book is a comprehensive study of the folklore and traditions of the Pennsylvania Germans, also known as the Pennsylvania Dutch. The Pennsylvania Germans are a group of people who immigrated to Pennsylvania from Germany and Switzerland in the 17th and 18th centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Pennsylvania German folklore. The first chapter discusses the history and origins of the Pennsylvania Germans, including their language, customs, and religious beliefs. The following chapters explore various aspects of Pennsylvania German folklore, including folk medicine, folk art, folk music, and folk tales.The book also includes a section on Pennsylvania German superstitions and beliefs, such as the belief in witches and the practice of divination. The author provides detailed descriptions of these superstitions and beliefs, as well as their origins and significance.Overall, The Folklore Of The Pennsylvania Germans is a fascinating study of a unique cultural group and their traditions. The book provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the Pennsylvania Germans, as well as their contributions to American folklore and traditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167193091
• ISBN13: 9781167193095
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"