by Thompson (Author)
Discusses a wide range of story motifs and retells their basic patterns. In this book, the author discusses the background to his own study of the folktale. It includes an index to tale types classified according to the main story motifs which can be used for reference.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 524
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: University of California Press
Published: 01 Jul 1992
ISBN 10: 0520035372
ISBN 13: 9780520035379