Description

My Village, Versus Our Village is a book written by Thomas Crofton Croker and published in 1833. The book is a collection of folk tales and legends from Ireland, specifically focusing on the differences between Croker's own village and other nearby villages. Croker was a prominent collector of Irish folklore and this book is a testament to his passion for preserving these stories. The tales included in the book cover a wide range of subjects, from fairies and ghosts to local customs and traditions. Throughout the book, Croker compares the stories and customs of his own village with those of neighboring villages, highlighting the unique characteristics of each. He also provides historical context for some of the stories, explaining how they originated and evolved over time. Overall, My Village, Versus Our Village is a fascinating glimpse into the rich and varied folklore of Ireland, as well as a testament to Croker's dedication to preserving this cultural heritage.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.