José Leite de Vasconcelos

José Leite de Vasconcelos was a prominent Portuguese ethnographer and folklorist known for his extensive research and documentation of Portuguese oral traditions and folklore. His work has been influential in preserving the cultural heritage of Portugal, particularly in the realms of superstition and customs related to death and dying. He is recognized for identifying the historical context of figures like the 'abafador,' contributing to the understanding of how folklore reflects societal attitudes towards aging and mortality.