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Discovering Corn Dollies Minnie Lambeth

Discovering Corn Dollies By Minnie Lambeth

Discovering Corn Dollies by Minnie Lambeth


$26,49
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Summary

Corn Dollies have played a significant part in rural folklore all over the world. This book explores some of the ancient myths behind the making of straw figures, such as the belief that making offerings to the gods would ensure a plentiful harvest. It explains and illustrates techniques of straw plaiting.

Discovering Corn Dollies Summary

Discovering Corn Dollies by Minnie Lambeth

Corn Dollies have played a significant part in rural folklore all over the world. This book explores some of the ancient myths behind the making of straw figures, such as the belief that making offerings to the gods would ensure a plentiful harvest. Key techniques of straw plaiting are explained and illustrated, and many of the traditional designs of the dolly, as well as some modern examples, are described.

About Minnie Lambeth

The late M. Lambeth was an expert on both the history and design of Corn Dollies.

Additional information

GOR001361887
9780852632833
0852632835
Discovering Corn Dollies by Minnie Lambeth
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
1998-01-24
48
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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