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Simon J. Bronner - Folklore: The Basics - 9781138774957 - V9781138774957
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Folklore: The Basics

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Description for Folklore: The Basics Paperback. .
Folklore: The Basics is an engaging guide to the practice and interpretation of folklore. Taking examples from around the world, it explores the role of folklore in expressing fundamental human needs, desires, and anxieties that often are often not revealed through other means. Providing a clear framework for approaching the study of folklore, it introduces the reader to methodologies for identifying, documenting, interpreting and applying key information about folklore and its relevance to modern life. From the Brothers Grimm to Internet Memes, it addresses such topics as: ... Read more

Product Details

Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Series
The Basics
Condition
New
Weight
276g
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781138774957
SKU
V9781138774957
Shipping Time
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About Simon J. Bronner
Simon J. Bronner is distinguished professor of American Studies and Folklore at the Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, USA. He has previously taught at Harvard University, Leiden University, Osaka University and the University of California at Davis. He is the editor-in-chief of the Encyclopedia of American Studies online for Johns Hopkins University Press, Material Worlds Book Series for the University Press ... Read more

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