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Arcadia Britannica Henry Bourne

Arcadia Britannica By Henry Bourne

Arcadia Britannica by Henry Bourne


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Summary

Folklore is a living cultural heritage. Folk beliefs, customs and expressions link the past to the present and help us understand our specific cultures, as well as a shared humanity. This book deals with Folkfore culture and heritage.

Arcadia Britannica Summary

Arcadia Britannica: A Modern British Folklore Portrait by Henry Bourne

Folklore is a living cultural heritage. Folk beliefs, customs and expressions link the past to the present and help us understand our specific cultures, as wellas a shared humanity. Founded on pagan Celtic, Germanic and early Christian roots, British folklore, far from being a quaint anachronism, remains vibrant and relevant by adapting to new circumstances, with the 'folk' (people), and the 'lore' (stories) continually informing and influencing each other. There are many recorded folk events, rites and customs practised in the UK each year, with some events drawing crowds of thousands. Most involve dance, theatre, music and a fair amount of good-natured revelry. Henry Bourne's folklore portraits, shot in 'the wild' at key events and festivals, take an affectionate look at the people from Morris dancers to practising witches and warlocks who shy away from a world increasingly disconnected from nature and those who actively celebrate a rich tradition that honours our connection with the seasons, the land and community.

Arcadia Britannica Reviews

'An affectionate collection of notables and oddballs from the UK's flourishing folklore scene' - Royal Photographic Society Journal
'A vibrant and defiant celebration of the British folklore scene ... a spectacular visual portrait of Britain at its most eccentric' - Tatler
'Indicates that what really matters about folklore is that it is protean, constantly evolving, adapting to the present even while rewriting its own past' - World of Interiors
'In quiet corners of England, something bizarre is going on' - Guardian

About Henry Bourne

Henry Bourne is an international portrait, lifestyle and interiors photographer whose editorial clients include Vogue, The Arena Homme Plus, The Vanity Fair, The World of Interiors and Wallpaper*. He was assistant to Mario Testino before setting up his own practice.

Table of Contents

Preface by Robin Muir * Introduction by Simon Costin * The Portraits * A Gazetteer of Folklore Events Throughout the Year * A Folklore Map of the British Isles

Additional information

GOR006777440
9780500517970
0500517975
Arcadia Britannica: A Modern British Folklore Portrait by Henry Bourne
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
20150601
192
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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