Italian Folklore Rituals, Celebrations, and Ancient Traditions
Explore the rich and mystical world of Italian folk traditions, where saints walked with witches and magic was found in the smallest of items.
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- Watchung Booksellers, 44 Fairfield Street, Montclair, NJ Watchung Booksellers
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- $5
Explore the rich and mystical world of Italian folk traditions, where saints walked with witches and magic was found in the smallest of items.
Did you grow up hearing stories of “the evil eye?” Or perhaps, you’ve always wondered why Italian culture lights candles for saints. In Italian Folklore, Dr. Gina Miele (Assistant Professor in Italian) weaves scholarly expertise and cultural passion into a rich tapestry of storytelling, history, and ritual practice to explore folk traditions from the old world. This beautifully illustrated, comprehensive book, told through fictional stories of everyday Italians, examines and honors Italy’s mystical heritage, where saints, healers, and peasants kept spiritual traditions alive through daily acts and seasonal rites.
Join Dr. Miele in conversation with Mark Rotella, Director of The Coccia Institute for the Italian Experience in America.
Tickets are $5 and include a 10% discount on the book purchased at the event.
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