Scottish Festivals

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The origins of many Scottish festivals, such as Beltane and Hallowe’en, lie deep in the pagan past, and although thesignificance of many festivals may now be long forgotten, they h ave continued to evolve and evolve to satisfy the needs ofthe time.Including extracts from prose, poetry and historical documents, this book is an enthralling journey through the year andthe pageants, parades, festivals and fairs which have played a huge part in Scottish life. It introduces the customs,traditions, lore and crafts associated with them, making it the ideal companion for anyone interested in this fascinating andrich aspect of Scotland’s cultural story. Show more