Giuseppe Pitrè

Italian ethnologist (1841-1916) · Italy · On the map · Academics · Died at 74

Giuseppe Pitrè was an Italian folklorist, medical doctor, professor, and senator for Sicily. As a folklorist he is credited with extending the concept of folklore to include all manifestations of popular life. He is also considered a forerunner in the field of medical history.

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