Description: This book delves into the captivating realm of ancient Irish cures, charms, and superstitions, offering a fascinating glimpse into the enduring beliefs and practices that have shaped Irish culture for centuries. The author explores the historical roots of these traditions, tracing their origins back to the early races and their interactions with Egyptian, Pelasgian, and Hebrew influences. Through a rich tapestry of folklore, mythology, and historical accounts, the book reveals the deep-seated connection between the Irish people and the unseen world of spirits, fairies, and mystic forces. It examines the role of the Druids, the ancient Irish doctors, and the wise women of the villages in preserving and transmitting this knowledge through generations. The book's exploration of ancient Irish cures and charms showcases the intricate blend of herbal remedies, religious rituals, and magical incantations that were employed to treat various ailments and ward off evil influences. From spells for toothaches and sprains to remedies for epilepsy and the evil eye, the author unveils a treasure trove of fascinating practices that reflect the Irish people's unwavering faith in the power of tradition and the supernatural. By shedding light on these ancient beliefs and practices, the book provides valuable insights into the enduring legacy of Irish folklore and its profound impact on the cultural identity of the Irish people. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
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Book Title: Ancient Cures, Charms, and Usages of Ireland : Contributions to Irish Lore (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 278 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.6 in
Topic: Folklore & Mythology, General
Publication Year: 2015
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Genre: Social Science, History
Item Weight: 13.3 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Lady Wilde
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback