Archetypes and motifs in folklore and literature: a handbook/
edited by Jane Garry and Hasan El-Shamy
- Routledge, 2005.
- 515 pages
This is an authoritative 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; includes index.
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Folklore Classification Folk literature Themes, motives