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The Science of Fairy Tales

The Science of Fairy Tales

Hartland, Edwin Sidney

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ISBN10: 1162596953
ISBN13: 9781162596952
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.88
Height: 0.78 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Science of Fairy Tales is a book written by Edwin Sidney Hartland that explores the origins and evolution of fairy tales. The author delves into the historical and cultural contexts that gave rise to these stories, examining the ways in which they have been shaped by different societies and their beliefs. Hartland also explores the psychological and symbolic meanings that underlie many fairy tales, showing how they can reveal deep truths about human nature and the human experience. The book includes a wide range of examples from different cultures and time periods, from ancient myths and legends to modern-day children's stories. It is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in the history and meaning of fairy tales.1891. An inquiry into fairy mythology. The chief object of this book is to exhibit, in a manner acceptable to readers who are not specialists, the application of the principles and methods which guide investigations into popular traditions to a few of the most remarkable stories embodying the fairy superstitions of the Celtic and Teutonic peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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