As interest in folklore increases, the folktale acquires greater significance for students and teachers of literature. The material is massive and scattered; th

Folklore: The Basics is an engaging guide to the practice and interpretation of folklore. Taking examples from around the world, it explores the role of folklor

First published in 1999. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

This book offers a detailed exploration of the plot genotype, the functional structure behind the plots of classical fairy tales. By understanding how plot geno