Aberglauben, Sitten und Gebräuche des sächsischen Obererzgebirges: Ein Beitrag zur Kenntnis des Volksglaubens und Volkslebens im Königreich Sachsen

This volume offers a detailed glimpse into the everyday beliefs and customs of the people living in the Upper Ore Mountains of Saxony during the mid‑nineteenth century. Drawing from school curricula of the time, it catalogues everything from seasonal superstitions—such as omens tied to days, lunar phases, and local fauna—to the rituals surrounding major holidays like Christmas, Easter, and the Walpurgis night. Readers also encounter practical guidance on folk magic, including protective charms, luck‑drawing spells, and the language of written talismans.

Beyond the supernatural, the book paints a vivid picture of communal life, describing youths’ games, village festivals, and the distinct celebrations of miners, farmers, and town citizens alike. It touches on domestic routines, traditional dress, household construction, and the songs that echoed through the region’s dialect. Altogether, the work serves as a living museum of the customs that shaped everyday existence in historic Saxony.