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The Study of American Folklore: An Introduction

Jan Harold Brunvand

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Distinguished folklorist Jan Harold Brunvand, famous for his collections of 'urban legends, ' offers readers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the field of folklore. New to the fourth edition are 67 Focus boxes that provide in-depth examples of folk genres, research methods, and theoretical approaches, and over 70 photographs that illustrate material and performative folk traditions

Language: English

Pages: 672

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company

Release: January 17, 1998

ISBN: 0393972232

ISBN 13: 9780393972238

The Study of American Folklore: An Introduction

Jan Harold Brunvand

3.5/5 ( ratings)

Distinguished folklorist Jan Harold Brunvand, famous for his collections of 'urban legends, ' offers readers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the field of folklore. New to the fourth edition are 67 Focus boxes that provide in-depth examples of folk genres, research methods, and theoretical approaches, and over 70 photographs that illustrate material and performative folk traditions

Language: English

Pages: 672

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company

Release: January 17, 1998

ISBN: 0393972232

ISBN 13: 9780393972238

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