Comparative Storytelling Studies

Author: Liu Shouhua
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: This is a theoretical work on comparative folkloristics, or rather, a systematically comparative study of Chinese and world folktales. It focuses on folktales. The book is divided into two parts: The first part discusses the history and schools of comparative folkloristics, as well as the construction of Chinese comparative folkloristics. The second part compiles various specific research achievements in comparative folkloristics. Through this cross-national and cross-ethnic comparative research, it will help us gain a deeper understanding of the characteristics, value, and profound influence of rich and beautiful folktales in human cultural history.