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The growing interest in the popular tales of Europe has led me to believe that a selection from those of Italy would be entertaining to the general reader, and valuable to the student of comparative folk-lore.
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Jack Zipes has been Professor of German at the University of Minnesota since 1989. He is Editorial Consultant for Children's Literature Quarterly and General Editor of Garland's Studies in Children's Literature and Culture.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of Italian folktales as told by the people of Italy, a distillation of the nation's folkloric heritage. These tales provide a portal into the Italian psyche, similar to the way that the Brothers Grimm's collections offer insight into the German character. The author includes scholarly notes on the origins and significance of these tales, placing them in a literary and historical context. He traces their deep roots in mythology and shows how they have influenced cultural traditions and creative works within and outside of Italy. The collection is presented in a manner that makes these tales accessible and enjoyable for modern readers, and includes a diverse and delightful range of stories, from familiar favoritesā"such as Cinderella and Beauty and the Beastā"to fascinating, little-known narratives. By comparing these tales to other international versions, the author sheds light on the evolution and transformation of folklore across borders and cultures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330404591_0
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