Salem Folklore offers a glimpse into the folklore of the Salem District located in Tamil Nadu, India. The author has attempted to document the folklore of Salem, which would be helpful for those who are eager to know about the intangible cultural heritage of the Salem District. The oral literature, material culture, customs, beliefs, arts, and games prevailing in Salem are narrated in this book. As there is a growing interest in folklore discipline among students and scholars, books on regional folklore prove to be useful for enhancing their knowledge of diverse cultures. This book would also be helpful for people who aspire to preserve cultural heritage, and for sociologists, anthropologists, linguists, and folklorists.
