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100	1		_aSamuelson, L. H.
245	1	0	_aSome Zulu Customs and Folk-lore
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2014
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2014-08-04
508			_aProduced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive (http://archive.org).
520			_a"Some Zulu Customs and Folk-lore" by L. H. Samuelson is a collection of cultural narratives and traditions written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the beliefs, customs, and practices of the Zulu people, offering readers insight into the intricate world of Zulu folklore, rituals, and societal norms. This rich tapestry of stories aims to illuminate the moral underpinnings and spiritual beliefs that govern the lives of the Zulu, providing a nuanced understanding of their culture. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by expressing her hope that the following tales will reveal the soul of a people often misunderstood by outsiders. The opening portion discusses various Zulu customs such as marriage ceremonies involving elaborate singing and dancing, the treatment of twins, and the harsh realities of aging in Zulu society. It emphasizes the depth of Zulu beliefs in the supernatural, the significance of ritual practices, and the impact of these customs on daily life. Through the engaging storytelling, readers are invited to appreciate the Zulu worldview and the profound connections between tradition, social structures, and communal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aZulu (African people) -- Folklore
653			_aTales -- South Africa -- Zululand
653			_aFolklore -- South Africa -- Zululand
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46501
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