Customs & Traditions 89

As long as humans have existed, they've had superstitions. From ancient mantras to lucky numbers, superstitions cover a broad range of lucky tricks, spells, rituals and old wives' wisdoms to help wa……続きを見る

What would happen if we turned our back on fast fashion trends? If we took time to slow down, to take pride in caring for our clothes and making them last as long as possible? These are the question……続きを見る

Juan Tafurt hizo parte de un grupo de investigadores internacionales que querían encontrar una respuesta a la siguiente pregunta: ¿hay diferencias en el comportamiento de la deshonestidad entre los ……続きを見る

William Dean Howells' 'Dystopian Classics: Through the Eye of the Needle & A Traveler from Altruria' delves into the dystopian genre with two captivating novels that offer unique perspectives on the……続きを見る

In "Folk Lore," James Napier masterfully weaves a tapestry of cultural narratives, exploring the rich traditions and oral histories that define communal identities. Written in a lyrical prose style,……続きを見る

S. Baring-Gould's "The Book of Were-Wolves" is a seminal text in the study of lycanthropy and its cultural manifestations, weaving together folklore, history, and acute psychological insight. Writte……続きを見る

In "The Kiss and Its History," Kristoffer Nyrop embarks on an ambitious exploration of the multifaceted significance of the kiss throughout human civilization. Drawing from a wealth of historical te……続きを見る

In "Among the Burmans: A Record of Fifteen Years of Work and its Fruitage," Henry Park Cochrane offers a profound exploration of his extensive missionary work in Burma, spanning over one and a half ……続きを見る

In her seminal work, *Domestic Manners of the Americans*, Frances Milton Trollope offers a keen and often critical observation of American society in the early 19th century. Through a series of insi……続きを見る

In "Society as I Have Found It," Ward McAllister offers a candid and insightful exploration of the social hierarchies and cultural dynamics of Gilded Age America. Written with a sharp wit and keen o……続きを見る

In "Grain and Chaff from an English Manor," Arthur Herbert Savory presents a rich tapestry of rural English life, weaving together anecdotal narratives, vivid descriptions, and insightful reflection……続きを見る

Israel Zangwill's 'The Melting-Pot (A Tale of Russian Jewish Immigrants)' is a groundbreaking novel that delves into the lives of Russian Jewish immigrants in America during the early 20th century. ……続きを見る

First published in 1932, Pagan Tribes of the Nilotic Sudan is a general conspectus of the people, traditions, culture, and ways of thought in southern Sudan. The authors give their view of the remot……続きを見る

This comprehensive look at contemporary life in the small Latin American nation allows high school students and general readers to explore the many facets of Honduran life and culture. More and more……続きを見る

The Parthenon. Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle. Homer's epic poems. Gods and goddesses lounging around, indulging in pleasures on Mount Olympus. All of these images bring to mind the traditional icon……続きを見る

An expert guide to the present-day cultural life of Croatia and how it has been influenced by the nation's tumultuous past. Culture and Customs of Croatia offers an expert insider's look at a Balkan……続きを見る

This exciting addition to the Culture and Customs of Latin America and the Caribbean series provides readers with an all-encompassing look at contemporary life in Puerto Rico. Having always been und……続きを見る

Written for high school students and general readers alike, this insightful treatment links the storied past of various Apache tribes with their life in contemporary times. Written for high school s……続きを見る

This book is the first to balance an account of the traditional life and history of the Hmong as a global people, with a full account of their modern, urban lives. Culture and Customs of the Hmong t……続きを見る

A new addition to the Culture and Customs of Native Peoples in America series, this book examines the traditions and contemporary culture of the Sioux Indians. The Sioux are a Native American people……続きを見る

This book provides a one-stop introduction to the history, culture, and personalities of Hungary, a fascinating country located at the heart of Europe and born at the crossroads of civilizations. Hu……続きを見る

This all-encompassing volume offers a comprehensive look at the contemporary culture that defines this Southeast Asian country of Laos, examining everything from Buddhist traditions to Laotian cuisi……続きを見る

Explore the contemporary culture and traditional customs of Singapore and Malaysia in a volume that belongs on shelves in every high school and public library. Culture and Customs of Singapore and M……続きを見る

This work is an in-depth look at many aspects of contemporary Swedish customs and culture that ties today's nation to an understanding of its history. Culture and Customs of Sweden is an ideal intro……続きを見る

This book provides an overview of the history, culture, and society of Namibia, a country on which little information in English exists. Namibia is a sizeable and significant country in southern Afr……続きを見る

Names such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi have been emerging in the world's eye over the past decade as exotic hotspots, wealthy from oil production and advanced in the means of technology. However, at the ……続きを見る

With exhaustive coverage on one of the world's most diverse and exciting countries, Culture and Customs of Turkey is an essential addition to high school and public library shelves. Illustrative acc……続きを見る

This encyclopedia provides detailed information about the historical, cultural, social, religious, economic, and scientific significance of gold, across the globe and throughout history. Gold has be……続きを見る

In this book, contemporary representations of Bolivian art, music, religion, literature, festivals, theater, and cinema document how history and geography have shaped Bolivia's modern culture. Boliv……続きを見る

Delivers a fresh, modern perspective on individual countries for which information is in demand in the school curriculum and library. This title includes chapters that cover crucial topics as: the l……続きを見る