Légendes et curiosités des métiers by Paul Sébillot
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Sébillot, Paul, 1843-1918
French
"Légendes et curiosités des métiers" by Paul Sébillot is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the intriguing world of various trades, exploring the legends, customs, and superstitions associated with artisans such as bakers, millers, and butchers. It aims to preserve the intimate history of these occupations,...
the reader to the fascinating character of the miller, setting the tone for the anecdotes and lore that characterize the rest of the book. Through the lens of popular legends and proverbs, Sébillot outlines the often checkered reputation of millers, detailing how their profession has historically been associated with deceit and cunning. The chapter recounts tales of their tricks, the moral perceptions held by the public, and the unique cultural superstitions surrounding their craft, all of which serve to illustrate the rich tapestry of labor and its societal implications during the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Barbara Anderson
3 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. A solid resource I will return to often.
Kimberly Hill
4 months agoTo be perfectly clear, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Lisa Wright
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. I learned so much from this.
Elizabeth Nelson
1 month agoSimply put, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
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Noah Thomas
5 months agoBelieve the hype, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I couldn't put it down until the very end.