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Author : Marjorie Yovino-Young
Release : 1993
Genre : Fiction
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Book Synopsis Pagan Ritual and Myth in Russian Magic Tales by : Marjorie Yovino-Young
Download or read book Pagan Ritual and Myth in Russian Magic Tales written by Marjorie Yovino-Young. This book was released on 1993. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Elizabeth Warner
Release : 2002-07-01
Genre : Social Science
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Book Rating : 589/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Russian Myths by : Elizabeth Warner
Download or read book Russian Myths written by Elizabeth Warner. This book was released on 2002-07-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The coming of Christianity to the state of Kievan Rus' at the end of the tenth century had an enormous impact on the development of Russian civilization. Despite the abandonment of the pagan gods, both Christian and pagan practices and beliefs continued to coexist for centuries, producing a system known as "dual faith." Russian Myths deals with mythic beliefs, notions, and customs—concerning the veneration of earth, water, fire, and air, demons and spirit-beings in the world of nature, the cult of the dead, and witchcraft—many of which have their roots in the pre-Christian past but still survive to the present day. To illuminate the evolution of major themes and motifs and set Russian myths in the context of mythology the world over, Elizabeth Warner draws upon a rich variety of sources, including anecdotal narrative forms and religious legends, epic songs, funeral laments and folk religion, and, of course, the folktales where the sacred gives way to pure imagination in the depiction of mythic themes and characters.
Author : Bonnie Marshall
Release : 2004-09-30
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
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Book Rating : 948/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Snow Maiden and Other Russian Tales by : Bonnie Marshall
Download or read book The Snow Maiden and Other Russian Tales written by Bonnie Marshall. This book was released on 2004-09-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this delightful collection, you'll find more than 30 Russian tales—animal tales, fairy tales, tales of everyday life, and tales of spirits and the supernatural. You'll discover new renditions of familiar and beloved tales, as well as a number of obscure spirit tales, which were officially ignored by the Soviets. There are tales for all ages and tastes—funny stories, scary stories, and stories to make you think. In addition you'll find a fascinating overview of the country and its history, activity ideas and recipes, color photographs, and a list of recommended reading. An outstanding resource for educators, storytellers, and general readers, this is an essential addition to the folklore shelf in school and public libraries. Grades K-12.
Author : Jack Zipes
Release : 2012-03-19
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Book Rating : 828/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Irresistible Fairy Tale by : Jack Zipes
Download or read book The Irresistible Fairy Tale written by Jack Zipes. This book was released on 2012-03-19. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A provocative new theory about fairy tales from one of the world's leading authorities If there is one genre that has captured the imagination of people in all walks of life throughout the world, it is the fairy tale. Yet we still have great difficulty understanding how it originated, evolved, and spread—or why so many people cannot resist its appeal, no matter how it changes or what form it takes. In this book, renowned fairy-tale expert Jack Zipes presents a provocative new theory about why fairy tales were created and retold—and why they became such an indelible and infinitely adaptable part of cultures around the world. Drawing on cognitive science, evolutionary theory, anthropology, psychology, literary theory, and other fields, Zipes presents a nuanced argument about how fairy tales originated in ancient oral cultures, how they evolved through the rise of literary culture and print, and how, in our own time, they continue to change through their adaptation in an ever-growing variety of media. In making his case, Zipes considers a wide range of fascinating examples, including fairy tales told, collected, and written by women in the nineteenth century; Catherine Breillat's film adaptation of Perrault's "Bluebeard"; and contemporary fairy-tale drawings, paintings, sculptures, and photographs that critique canonical print versions. While we may never be able to fully explain fairy tales, The Irresistible Fairy Tale provides a powerful theory of how and why they evolved—and why we still use them to make meaning of our lives.
Author : Jack V. Haney
Release : 2015-02-12
Genre : Political Science
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Book Rating : 811/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Complete Russian Folktale: v. 1: An Introduction to the Russian Folktale by : Jack V. Haney
Download or read book The Complete Russian Folktale: v. 1: An Introduction to the Russian Folktale written by Jack V. Haney. This book was released on 2015-02-12. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introduction to the Russian folktale considers the origin, structure and language of folktales; tale-tellers and their audiences; the relationship of folktales to Russian ritual life; and the folktale types which are translated in subsequent volumes of The Complete Russian Folktale.
