Archetypes and Motifs in Folklore and Literature: A Handbook: A Handbook

By Jane Garry

Book Overview

A presentation and discussion of the most basic thematic elements universally found in folklore and literature. The reference provides a detailed analysis of the most common archetypes or motifs found in the folklore of selected communities around the world.. Entries are keyed to the "Motif-Index of Folk Literature" by Stith Thompson.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765612607
• ISBN13: 9780765612601
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 552 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.1" x 9.7"