The Befana Is Returning: The Story of a Tuscan Festival

by Steve Siporin

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On the night of January 5, in certain areas of southern Tuscany, a costumed, singing troupe of characters visits residents' homes, expecting to be fed and feted in a folk custom that has recurred in the region for centuries. This is the Befanata, a mumming tradition centered in Tuscany, whose main character-the Befana-is a kindly old woman or grandmotherly witch who delivers toys, candies, and gifts. Part of the Christmas season, the Befana is familiar...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0299337308

ISBN13:9780299337308

Release Date:August 2022

Publisher:University of Wisconsin Press

Length:312 Pages

Weight:1.38 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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History Social Science Social Sciences

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