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- Dynamics Of Folklore
- Book
- 1996
- Published by: Utah State University Press
summary
One of the most comprehensive and widely praised introductions to folklore ever written. Toelken's discussion of the history and meaning of folklore is delivered in straightforward language, easily understood definitions, and a wealth of insightful and entertaining examples.
Toelken emphasizes dynamism and variety in the vast array of folk expressions he examines, from "the biology of folklore," to occupational and ethnic lore, food ways, holidays, personal experience narratives, ballads, myths, proverbs, jokes, crafts, and others. Chapters are followed by bibliographical essays, and over 100 photographs illustrate the text. This new edition is accessible to all levels of folklore study and an essential text for classroom instruction.
Table of Contents
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- Title Page, Copyright
- pp. iii-iv
- Illustrations
- pp. vii-ix
- 1. The Folklore Process
- pp. 19-54
- 2. Dynamics of the Folk Group
- pp. 55-116
- 3. The Folk Performance
- pp. 117-156
- 4. Dimensions of the Folk Event
- pp. 157-182
- 5. Aesthetics and Repertoire
- pp. 183-240
- 6. Folklore and Connotation
- pp. 241-262
- 7. Folklore and Cultural Worldview
- pp. 263-314
- 8. Surrounded by Folklore
- pp. 315-346
- 9. Folklore Research
- pp. 347-388
- 10. Applications of Folklore
- pp. 389-432
Additional Information
ISBN
9780874213256
Related ISBN(s)
9780874212037
MARC Record
OCLC
42854657
Pages
453
Launched on MUSE
2012-01-01
Language
English
Open Access
No
Copyright
1996