The Child and Childhood in Folk Thought is a book written by Alexander Francis Chamberlain that explores the cultural beliefs and attitudes towards children in various societies around the world. The book examines how different cultures view childhood and how these views shape the way children are treated and raised. Chamberlain draws on a wide range of sources, including folktales, myths, and legends, to illustrate the various ways that children are perceived and valued in different societies. The book covers topics such as child-rearing practices, the role of children in society, and the cultural significance of childhood. Overall, The Child and Childhood in Folk Thought provides a fascinating insight into the diverse ways that different cultures view and treat children.1896. The Child in Primitive Culture. Contents: Child-Study; The Child�������s Tribute to the Mother; The Child�������s Tribute to the Father; The Name Child; The Child in the Primitive Laboratory; The Bright Side of Child-Life: Parental Affection; Childhood the Golden Age; Children�������s Food; Children�������s Souls; Children�������s Flowers, Plants, and Trees; Children�������s Animals, Birds, etc.; Child-Life and Education in General; The Child as Member and Builder of Society; The Child as Linguist; The Child as Actor and Inventor; The Child as Poet and Musician; The Child as Teacher and Wiseacre; The Child as Judge; The Child as Oracle-Keeper and Oracle-Interpreter; The Child as Weather-Maker; The Child as Healer and Physician; The Child as Shaman and Priest; The Child as Hero, Adventurer, etc.; The Child as Fetich and Divinity; The Child as God: The Christ-Child; Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about Parents, Father and Mother; Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about the Child, Mankind, Genius; Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about Mother and Child; Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about Father and Child; Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about Childhood, Youth, and Age; and Proverbs, Sayings, etc., about the Child and Childhood.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.