The Folklore of Wexford: Living Folklore, Traditions, Stories and Calendar Customs.

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Michael Fortune's 'The Folklore of Wexford' provides a comprehensive compilation of the region's living folklore, traditions, stories, and calendar customs gathered over twenty years. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Cecily Gilligan

doi:10.1080/0015587x.2026.2683291

July 3, 2026Folklore

The Folklore of Wexford: Living Folklore, Traditions, Stories and Calendar Customs.

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The aim is to document and analyze the rich folklore and traditions of Wexford, capturing the essence of local customs.
Conducted extensive fieldwork over twenty years
Collected oral histories from local communities
Compiled traditional beliefs and customs through interviews and research
Identified key traditional customs unique to Wexford
Highlighted the importance of oral history in preserving local culture
Presented a diverse array of folklore stories reflecting community values

Implication

Comprehensive exploration of Wexford's folklore, traditions, and oral history, enriching cultural identity.

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Michael Fortune’s The Folklore of Wexford is a treasure trove for all who love folklore, traditional beliefs and customs, oral history, and eccentricity! It is the result of more than twenty years ...

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