The Study of American Folklore; an Introduction

Brunvand, Jan Harold

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ISBN 10: 0393098036 ISBN 13: 9780393098037

Published by W. W. Norton & Company, New York, 1968

Language: English

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The Study of American Folklore; an Introduction

Publisher

W. W. Norton & Company, New York

Publication Date

1968

Language

English

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0393098036

ISBN 13

9780393098037

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Hardcover

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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.

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Jan Harold Brunvand lives in Salt Lake City, where he is professor emeritus at the University of Utah. He is the author of numerous books, including The Vanishing Hitchhiker; The Choking Doberman; The Baby Train; Too Good to Be True; and Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid.

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