Children's Folklore: A Source Book (Garland Reference Library of Social Science)
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ISBN: 0824054180 / Publisher: Garland Publishing, September 1995
First Published in 1995. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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A collection of original essays that challenges the stereotypical view of the simple and innocent nature of children's culture, and reveals the complex and artistic interactions among children. Based on the research of scholars from fields including American studies, anthropology, education, folklore, psychology, and sociology, the volume redefines the expressive behaviors of children. The essays are arranged in four major sections: history, methodology, genres, and setting, with a concluding chapter on theory. Extensive bibliography. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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