Traditional Oral Epic: The Odyssey, Beowulf, and the Serbo-Croation Return Song - Paperback
$71.91
Skip to product information
Traditional Oral Epic: The Odyssey, Beowulf, and the Serbo-Croation Return Song - Paperback
$71.91
by John Miles Foley (Author)
John Miles Foley offers an innovative and straightforward approach to the structural analysis of oral and oral-derived traditional texts. Professor Foley argues that to give the vast and complex body of oral "literature" its due, we must first come to terms with the endemic heterogeneity of traditional oral epics, with their individual histories, genres, and documents, as well as both the synchronic and diachronic aspects of their poetics.
Until now, the emphasis in studies of oral traditional works has been placed on addressing the correspondences among traditions--shared structures of "formula," "theme," and "story-pattern." Traditional Oral Epic explores the incongruencies among traditions and focuses on the qualities specific to certain oral and oral-derived works. It is certain to inspire further research in this field.
Author Biography
John Miles Foley is William H. Byler Distinguished Chair in the Humanities, University of Missouri, and founding editor of Oral Tradition.
Number of Pages: 680
Dimensions: 1.17 x 9.06 x 6.12 IN
Publication Date: October 28, 1993
Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
Shipping & Returns
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.
We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.
