Bücher von William Robert Wilde

Irish Popular Superstitions is a book written by William Robert Wilde and published in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the various superstitions and beliefs held by the Irish people during the 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including folklore, mythology, customs, and traditions. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Irish superstitions. These sections include beliefs about fairies, ghosts, witches, and other supernatural beings, as well as the superstitions surrounding birth, death, marriage, and other important life events. The book is based on extensive research and includes numerous examples and anecdotes to illustrate the various superstitions and beliefs. Overall, Irish Popular Superstitions is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Irish history, folklore, and culture.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.

Sir William Wilde (1815-76), surgeon and father of Oscar Wilde, was an Irish patriot and antiquarian with a keen interest in the history of his country. This life of Gabriel Beranger (1729-1817), published in 1880, describes the activities of an Irish antiquarian in the eighteenth century. Born in Rotterdam, the Huguenot Beranger moved to Dublin in 1750 and opened a print shop. Historical pursuits were becoming popular in Dublin society at the time, and Beranger's sketches of ruins and monuments found great popularity. He went on several tours of Ireland, keeping a journal of his observations and the people he encountered, while making plans and drawings of antiquities with a view to later publication. Wilde's work, drawn from Beranger's journal and from the memories of people who had known him in his old age, offers an engaging insight into early antiquarian practice in Ireland.