Myths and Legends from Korea

An Annotated Compendium of Ancient and Modern Materials

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Cultural Studies, Ethnic Studies
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Author: James H. Grayson ISBN: 9781136602894
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: James H. Grayson
ISBN: 9781136602894
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This book contains 175 tales drawn equally from the ancient and modern periods of Korea, plus 16 further tales provided for comparative purposes. Nothing else on this scale or depth is available in any western language. Three broad classes of material are included: foundation myths of ancient states and clans, ancient folktales and legends, modern folktales. Each narrative contains information on its source and provenance, and on its folklore type, similarities to folklore types from China, Japan and elsewhere.

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This book contains 175 tales drawn equally from the ancient and modern periods of Korea, plus 16 further tales provided for comparative purposes. Nothing else on this scale or depth is available in any western language. Three broad classes of material are included: foundation myths of ancient states and clans, ancient folktales and legends, modern folktales. Each narrative contains information on its source and provenance, and on its folklore type, similarities to folklore types from China, Japan and elsewhere.

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