Basque Legends; With an Essay on the Basque Language
By Wentworth Webster
Length10h 16m
About this audiobook
In "Basque Legends; With an Essay on the Basque Language," Wentworth Webster delves into the rich folklore and cultural tapestry of the Basque people, presenting a collection of enchanting tales that illuminate their unique traditions and regional mythology. Written in a lyrical yet accessible style, Webster expertly weaves historical and anthropological insights throughout the narratives, making the text not only a repository of tales but also a critical exploration of the cultural significance embedded within the Basque language. This work emerges as a pivotal contribution to the literature on regional myths, further contextualizing the Basque identity amid broader European literary landscapes. Wentworth Webster, a noted scholar and linguist, dedicated much of his academic career to the study of minority languages and their cultural implications. His passion for the Basque culture is evident in his meticulous research and empathetic storytelling. Webster's fluency in the Basque language allowed him to engage deeply with his subjects, providing authenticity to the legends and demonstrating how language shapes cultural narratives. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in anthropology, linguistics, and folklore. It serves as a crucial resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Basque culture and language, offering both scholarly insights and captivating stories that enrich the reader's experience.
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Rating★★★★ 3.9 (52)
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GenrePsychology
Length10 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction.
2The Tartaro.
3M. d’Abbadie’s Version.
4Errua, the Madman.
5Variations of Errua.
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6The Three Brothers, the Cruel Master, and the Tartaro.
7The Tartaro and Petit Perroquet.
8The Grateful Tartaro and the Heren-Suge.
9The Seven-Headed Serpent.
10The Serpent in the Wood.
11Acheria, the Fox.
12The Ass and the Wolf.
13Basa-Jauna, the Wild Man.
14The Servant at the Fairy’s.
15The Fairy in the House.
16The Pretty but Idle Girl.17
17The Devil’s Age.
18The Fairy-Queen Godmother.20
19The Witches at the Sabbat.2
20The Witches and the Idiots.
21The Witch and the New-Born Infant.
22The Changeling.
23Malbrouk.2
24The Fisherman and His Sons.
25Tabakiera, the Snuff-Box.19
26Mahistruba, the Master Mariner.
27Dragon.
28Ezkabi-Fidel.
29The Lady Pigeon and her Comb.47
30Suggested Explanation of the above Tale (The Lady-Pigeon and her Comb).
31Laur-Cantons.61
32The Young Schoolboy.
33The Son who Heard Voices.
34The Mother and her (Idiot) Son; or, the Clever Thief.64
35Juan Dekos,68 the Blockhead (Tontua).
36Variation of the above.
37Juan de Kalais.72
38The Duped Priest.76
39Ass’-Skin.77
40The Step-Mother and the Step-Daughter.
41Beauty and the Beast.82
42The Cobbler and his Three Daughters (Blue Beard).
43The Singing Tree, the Bird which tells the Truth, and the Water that makes Young.
44The White Blackbird.
45The Sister and her Seven Brothers.
46Fourteen.1
47Jesus Christ and the Old Soldier.
48The Poor Soldier and the Rich Man.
49The Widow and her Son.2
50The Story of the Hair-Cloth Shirt (La Cilice).
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