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Folklore of Women As Illustrated by Legendary and Traditionary Tales, Folk Rhythms, Proverbial Sayings, Superstitions, etc. is a book written by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer that explores the various aspects of folklore related to women. The book delves into the legendary and traditionary tales, folk rhythms, proverbial sayings, superstitions, and other cultural practices that have been passed down through generations. It provides a comprehensive look into the beliefs and customs surrounding women in different cultures and societies, including their roles, responsibilities, and societal expectations. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and cultural practices of women across the world.1905. The author endeavored, in a handy and concise form, to classify under their subjective headings the proverbial sayings, folk rhythms, superstitions and traditionary lore associated with the fair sex. Contents: woman's characteristics; woman's beauty; woman's dress; woman's eyes; woman's tongue; woman's goodness; bad women; woman's love; woman's hate; love tests; woman's secrets; red haired girls; woman's fickleness; local allusions to women; woman's will; women and marriage; women as wives; young and old maids; widows; woman's curiosity; sister legends; brides and their maids; superstitions about women; woman's tears; woman's blushes; daughters; my lady's walk.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.