The Journal Of American Folk-Lore (Volume Xxvi) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354218637)

A living archive of America's stories, ragged, bright and true. Voices from the past endure. The Journal Of American Folk-Lore (Volume Xxvi) stands at the intersection of scholarship and story. Equal parts folklore journal archive and american folklore anthology, it gathers attentive analysis alongside a rich folk tales collection that captures the textures of united states folk culture. Readers encounter material relevant to oral tradition studies and myth and folklore research, from regional narrative forms to accounts of native american legends. The journal's blend of descriptive reporting and analytical commentary offers immediate reading pleasure and sustained scholarly payoff. Accessible enough for those who love simple story, it is rigorously useful for researchers and historians seeking an academic reference for folklore. As a folklore society publication, this volume carries historical weight: it reflects the methods and conversations that shaped classic folklore studies and informs study of nineteenth century folklore. Its pages preserve the labour of collectors, the lines of argument used by early scholars, and a host of local beliefs that otherwise might have faded. That dual nature - a primary historical document and a disciplined scholarly forum - makes the journal indispensable to myth and folklore research, and to anyone compiling a reliable folk materials corpus. Its careful documentation and period-critical perspective make the volume a reliable touchstone for contemporary myth and folklore research. For modern readers the language and scholarship remain compelling; the journal rewards both close study and idle browsing. Collectors of classic literature will value the volume's provenance and intellectual texture, while general readers will find vivid, sometimes startling accounts of everyday belief and imaginative life across the United States. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

Author: Unknown
ISBN-10: 9354218636
ISBN-13: 9789354218637
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 11/19/2020
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d