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DIFFERENT TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD: A Journey Through The Most Mysterious, Funny, Shocking And Weird Traditions Practiced Across The World.

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  • Engelsk
  • 248 sider

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Delve into a captivating world of the strange, the mysterious, the funny, and the downright shocking with this enthralling book. Explore a tapestry of global traditions that will leave you spellbound, perplexed, and in stitches. From the Baby-Jumping Festival in Spain to the Tomato Fight of La Tomatina, you'll embark on a journey through bizarre rituals and festivities that defy explanation.

Uncover the stories behind traditions like Wife-Carrying Competitions, the Fire-Walking Festival in Greece, and Land Diving on Pentecost Island. From the eerie Dia de los Muertos in Mexico to the Thaipusam Festival in Malaysia, these practices are as diverse as the world itself.

Travel to the far reaches of the globe and discover the unexpected, the uncanny, and the uproarious. Learn about the Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake in England, the Running of the Bulls in Spain, and Bullet Ant Gloves in the Amazon. No stone is left unturned as we uncover the secrets of the Satere-Mawe Ritual in Brazil and the ferocious Crocodile Scarring in Papua New Guinea.

But that's not all-journey through more unconventional traditions like the Century Egg of China, Rocky Mountain Oysters, and the Kanamara Matsuri in Japan. Marvel at the audacity of the Great Fruitcake Toss, the absurdity of the Redneck Games, and the peculiar world of International Toe Wrestling Championships.

In the midst of weirdness, explore the depths of cultural significance and identity, and find out how traditions bind communities and individuals across time. Celebrate the extraordinary within the ordinary, and witness how these practices have stood the test of time.

As we unravel the mysteries of the world's traditions, you'll find yourself drawn into the heart of human culture and belief, and left with an enduring sense of awe and wonder. Brace yourself for a wild, unforgettable journey that will leave you questioning the boundaries of the possible.

Enter a world where hilarity, mystique, and the unimaginable reign supreme. In this book, tradition takes center stage, and you won't want to miss a single moment of the wacky, wonderful, and absolutely astonishing journey.

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  • Dybde1,3 cm
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