GeoTalk: meet Robert Piotrowski, geomythologist and folklorist

Written By Simon Clark

What is ‘geofolklore’?

Geofolklore is a distinct category of folklore that links cultural expressions with the abiotic landscape and geological features, such as erratic boulders. It is closely connected to its geographical and environmental context, encompassing elements of tradition that arise from human interaction with the abiotic environment and express local knowledge, beliefs, and values.

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