Folklore
Definition of Folklore as it relates to Cultures, Irish Culture, Storytelling
Folklore encompasses the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and art forms shared within a community or culture, often passed down through generations by word of mouth. In the context of Irish Culture, folklore plays a significant role in preserving and celebrating the country's rich heritage and identity. Storytelling is a crucial aspect of folklore, serving as a means to convey moral values, historical events, and cultural knowledge. From legends of mythical creatures like leprechauns and banshees to tales of heroic warriors and ancient kings, Irish folklore captivates the imagination and deepens our understanding of this vibrant culture.
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| [Folklore.com] | Cyberfinder.com |
| [Folklore.org] | |
| [mythfolklore.net] | Laura Gibbs websites |
| [IrishFolklore.org] | Irishfolklore – Memories from a different Ireland |
| [AsianFolklore.com] | Asianfolklore.com |
| [AmericanFolklore.net] | American Folklore: Ghost stories, folktales, myths and legends retold by S.E. Schlosser |
| [WorldFolklore.net] | World Folklore: Read folktales, myths, legends and fairy tales from around the globe. |
| [Waff.org] | WAFF - World Association of Folklore Festivals | WAFF |
| [Mudcat.org] | mudcat.org Traditional Music and Folklore Collection and Community |
| [pvfs.us] | Pioneer Valley Folklore Society |
| [beneventocoupon.com] | Snopes.com | The definitive fact-checking site and reference source for urban legends, folklore, myths, rumors, and misinformation. |
| [insearchofholywellsandhealingsprings.com] | holyandhealingwells | Exploring the folklore, history and mystery of the ancient water supplies – images and text copyright Pixyledpublications unless stated |
| [ualbertacentennial.ca] | Alberta Folklore and Local History Collection |
| [nefa.net] | NEFA - The North East Folklore Archive |