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Items with subject 'Folklife - Witchcraft'
Folklife Collection - A Case Study about the Conceptions and Misconceptions of Witches, Witchcraft, & Wicca
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Shariann O"Hara collected folk material. Her collection explores the Wicca Society of neopaganism and witchcraft, including its beliefs, jargon, practices, and misconceptions about the group. Included is her essay, a glossary, a series of interviews, several photocopies from books, and black and white images.
Folklife Collection - Ancient Card Game: The Tarot
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1987, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Associate professor Lynda Richardson contributed with a collection on tarot reading. This paper consists of a transcript of the discussions of a group of women about ancient card games and witchcraft. Photographs, tape of the interviews, a set of tarot cards, and a book entitled "Introduction to The Study of The Tarot" are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folkgroup of a Women's Circle
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Maggi Horseman collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of a woman's spirituality group, including the group's alleged paganism, identification of members as "witches", and the group's practices and customs. Included is her essay, interview logs, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Witches
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of witches and cases of witchcraft along the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Witchcraft, Ghosts, and Magical Practices
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about witchcraft, ghosts, and magical practices. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - The Appeal of Neo-Paganism and Witchcraft
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Lauren Callan collected folk material. Her collection explores the folkgroup of the Wicca Society, which practices neo-paganism and witchcraft. Included are her essay, an interview on microcassette (transcript included), and color photographs.