Folklore of an Island Maltese Threshold Customs Tarcisio Zarb 1998 Malta

by Zarb, Tarcisio

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First edition

Folklore of an Island: Maltese Threshold Customs by Tarcisio Zarb. First published in 1998 by Publishers Enterprises Group (PEG) Ltd, Malta. An illustrated study of traditional Maltese folklore and customs surrounding important stages of life, including birth, puberty, marriage, death and special feasts. Based largely on qualitative research conducted with elderly Maltese people, the book provides an insight into Malta’s folkloric and anthropological past. Illustrated throughout, including colour plates depicting traditional Maltese dress and customs. Condition: Good pre-owned condition overall with some general shelf and handling wear. There is some separation/splitting to the binding at the top of the text block, as clearly shown in the photographs. Pages remain attached. Please refer to all photographs for condition.

• Publisher: Publishers Enterprise Group
• Year: 1998
• Binding: Paperback
• ISBN: 9990900973
• Condition: Good

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