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Folklore of Wells: Being a Study of Water Worship in East and West (1918)

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""Folklore of Wells"" is a book written by R. P. Masani in 1918. The book is a study of water worship in the East and West and explores the significance of wells in various cultures around the world. Masani delves into the history and folklore of wells, examining their religious and cultural importance in different societies. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the mythology of water deities, the use of wells in divination, and the role of wells in healing and purification rituals. Masani also examines the practical aspects of well construction and maintenance, as well as the social and economic impact of wells on local communities. ""Folklore of Wells"" provides a fascinating insight into the cultural significance of water and wells, and is an important contribution to the study of folklore and mythology.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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 June 2008
Pages
160
ISBN
9781436553438

""Folklore of Wells"" is a book written by R. P. Masani in 1918. The book is a study of water worship in the East and West and explores the significance of wells in various cultures around the world. Masani delves into the history and folklore of wells, examining their religious and cultural importance in different societies. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the mythology of water deities, the use of wells in divination, and the role of wells in healing and purification rituals. Masani also examines the practical aspects of well construction and maintenance, as well as the social and economic impact of wells on local communities. ""Folklore of Wells"" provides a fascinating insight into the cultural significance of water and wells, and is an important contribution to the study of folklore and mythology.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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 June 2008
Pages
160
ISBN
9781436553438