Arcadia Britannica: A Modern British Folklore Portrait

Arcadia Britannica: A Modern British Folklore Portrait

Wonderfully odd portraits of contemporary British folklore enthusiasts in their strange and spectacular costumes
Drawing on pagan Celtic, Germanic, and early Christian rites and beliefs, British folklore is a vibrant aspect of Britainâ€™s cultural heritage that continues to flourish today. Notable for their music, storytelling, and particularly for the terrific display of costumes revelers wear, Britainâ€™s folk festivals are at once great entertainment and a link with the nationâ€™s rich cultural history.

Arcadia Britannica is the product of photographer Henry Bourneâ€™s repeated trips to some of Britainâ€™s greatest folk events: striking color portraits capture an eccentric collection of individuals in inventive outfits, including arboreal costumes, pagan-inspired creations, and historical garb. These were captured at events like the annual Jack in the Green festival held in Hastings in May, for which the town and its people are decked in green to welcome summer, and the Easter Sunday celebration in Bacup, Lancashire, where fiercely proud Britannia Coconut Dancers (or â€œNuttersâ€) perform their traditional seven dances. An accompanying text by Simon Costin provides the historical backstory and explains the folklore behind this wacky, inspiring collection of images. 125 color photographs
Country USA
Brand THAMES & HUDSON LTD
Manufacturer Thames & Hudson
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
ReleaseDate 2015-06-16
UnitCount 1
UPCs 884770441580
EANs 9780500517970

Country	USA
Brand	THAMES & HUDSON LTD
Manufacturer	Thames & Hudson
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	Illustrated
ReleaseDate	2015-06-16
UnitCount	1
UPCs	884770441580
EANs	9780500517970

Arcadia Britannica: A Modern British Folklore Portrait

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