Italian Folklore

<DIV><B>Explore the rich and mystical world of Italian folk traditions, where saints walked with witches and magic was found in the smallest of items.</B><br><br>Did you grow up hearing stories of “the evil eye?” Or perhaps, you’ve always wondered why Italian culture lights candles for saints. In <I>Italian Folklore</I>, Dr. Gina Miele 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 <B>beautifully illustrated, comprehensive book</B>, 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. <br><br>In a world where identity can feel fractured, <I>Italian Folklore </I>offers authenticity—<B>a way to reconnect with the spiritual and cultural traditions that once held communities together</B>. Combining folktales, herbal wisdom, and a sprinkle of magical beliefs, this book covers a range of Italian cultural touchstones. Learn all about the mysteries of the old world, in the chapters of:<br><br><ul><li>What Is Italian Folk Tradition?</li><li>The Land Where Saints Walk with Witches</li><li>Threshold Keepers: Women as Guides Through Life’s Passages</li><li>When Ancestors Return: Italy’s November Vigil</li><li>Italy’s Ritual Year: Living Traditions Through the Seasons</li><li>Saints Among Us: Voices from Italy’s History</li><li>The Names of the Witch: Regional Voices of Power</li><li>Mountain Mysteries: Witches of the Northern Peaks</li><li>The Heart of Mystery: Central Italy’s Mystical Towns</li><li>Where the <I>Janare </I>Dance: Magic in the Mezzogiorno</li><li><I>L’Acqua Tofana</I>: Poison, Power, and Survival</li><li><I>Il</I><I>Malocchio </I>and the Arts of Protection</li><li><I>I Giardini dei Semplici</I>: Sacred Herbs</li><li>The Healer’s Gift: Italy’s Folk Medicine</li><li>Folk Altars: From Street Corners to Kitchen Tables</li></ul><br><br>Whether you have Italian ancestry or are a fan of ancient folklore, <I>Italian Folklore </I>will help you find meaning in the traditions of generations past. With a custom map to show the locations of the Saints, divine figures, and important places in Italy, dive into this <B>accessible and gorgeous</B> guide and find folklore, legacy, healing, and belonging.</DIV>