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1752 - NICOLAY (Fernand). History of Beliefs, Superstitions, Manner…
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NICOLAY (Fernand). History of Beliefs, Superstitions, Manners, Practices and Customs (based on the structure of the Ten Commandments). Paris, Victor Retaux, undated. 3 vols., in-8, paperback, printed covers (soiled). A few very small foxing spots. Seventh edition. A major survey of French popular beliefs and traditions, organised according to the Ten Commandments. Fernand Nicolay brings together a vast body of material on superstitions, religious and civil practices, domestic customs, festivals, magical practices and surviving elements of folklore. Highly representative of the revival of folklore studies in the late 19th century, this work remains a key reference for the history of popular attitudes and traditions. (Caillet no. 7994 for the 6th edition of 1901.)
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About the sale MONTIGNAC – 31st BOOK SALE – Day 4 of 4 – Nos. 1643 to 1970
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Auction time 08/22/2026 at 11:00 AM
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