Folktales retold : a critical overview of stories updated for children / Amie A. Doughty.

Author/creator Doughty, Amie A., 1970-
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland, ©2006.
Descriptionxiii, 205 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents Introduction: Unraveling the folktale tradition -- The folktale revision as a form -- Humor in folktale revisions -- Cultural and regional folktale revisions in picture books -- Breaking the picture book rules -- Feminist folktale revisions -- Postmodern folktale revisions -- Narrative in folktale revisions -- Folktale revisions on film -- Revising the folktale tradition -- The adult connection -- Conclusion: Reweaving the folktale tradition.
Abstract "This study examines folktale revisions from many angles, using examples primarily from revisions of Western European traditional tales, such as those of the Grimm Brothers. The work defines and explores the history of folktales, discusses the many revisions, and examines the versions of folktales on film"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 173-198) and index.
LCCN 2006006086
ISBN0786425911 (softcover : alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks GR43.C4 D68 2006 ✔ Available Place Hold