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Folk-lore. A Birthday Survey.
First coined by William J. Thoms on 22 August 1846, the word ‘folk-lore’ has become an enduring lens through which we analyse and acknowledge ‘informal culture’. ‘Folk-lore’ (yes, initially hyphenated but no longer), turned 170 years old this week. It’s also a term that has arguably become a victim of its own folklore. What is it?…
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Superstitious? A Snapshot of Modern & Remembered Superstitions & Beliefs.
There’s something about this picture that may (or may not) make you feel queasy… Meet Effie Conigrave, age 17 and dressed as ‘good luck’ in 1887. We’re given no clues as to why she’s dressed as ‘good luck’. Nor do we know if this outfit actually did bring her any luck. Based on her frock…
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Meme Video – Australia Votes 2016
A YouTube video featuring some of the memes I’ve collected during the 2016 campaign. For more memes and discussion see blog below! Enjoy…
A Hidden Culture 