The Study of American Folklore: An Introduction (4th Edition)
Book Details
Author(s)
Jan Harold Brunvand
Publisher
W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN / ASIN
0393972232
ISBN-13
9780393972238
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Sales Rank
#612,538
Category
Literary Criticism
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United States 🇺🇸
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Description
The definitive introduction to American folklore.
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.
