The Smith - The Traditions and Lore of an Ancient Craft - Hardcover
The Smith - The Traditions and Lore of an Ancient Craft - Hardcover
Description
by Frederick W. Robins (Author)
This charming history of metalwork and blacksmithing features many traditional stories and folk tales surrounding the ancient craft.
Frederick W. Robbins shares many customs, traditions, stories, and historical anecdotes regarding ancient smithwork in this captivating volume. The Smith is a wonderful book for those who are interested in blacksmithing and wish to know more about the folklore and myths surrounding the craft. First published in 1953.
The contents of this volume feature:- - The Primitive Smith
- - The Magic Metal
- - Smith Clans and Castes
- - Hephaestus, the Smith-God
- - Wayland, the Hero-Smith
- - The Magic Sword
- - Gobha, the Celtic Smith
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