num_pages: 314
description: A dozen essays by a pioneer in American folklife study. Focusing on his own Pennsylvania "Dutch" culture and region, Yoder (folklife, U. of Pennsylvania) reviews the history of the field, discusses aspects such as medicine, religion, costume, and cooking, and then treats several specific topics, including a 19th century saint, witch tales, and illuminated writing. Includes a comprehensive primary bibliography on Yoder. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
language: English
title: Discovering American Folklife: Studies in Ethnic, Religious, and Regional Culture
titlecomplete: Discovering American Folklife: Studies in Ethnic, Religious, and Regional Culture (American Material Culture and Folklife)
genres: Folklore
ratings_count: 4
publisher: Umi Research Pr