Welsh Folk Customs

Welsh Folk Customs by Trevor M Owen is a seminal exploration of the rich and vibrant traditions that have shaped Welsh cultural life. Written by the esteemed former Curator of the Welsh Folk Museum at St Fagans, this authoritative work delves into the rituals, celebrations, and social practices that define Wales' folk heritage. From the festive merriments of the Christmas season to the ancient rites of May Day and Midsummer, from the solemn observances of Harvest and Winter's Eve to the deeply personal customs surrounding birth, marriage, and death, Owen meticulously documents the enduring and evolving traditions of Welsh communities. An essential read for historians, folklorists, and anyone captivated by the living tapestry of Welsh culture, Welsh Folk Customs stands as a definitive study of the beliefs and practices that have bound generations together in Wales's social and spiritual life.