Edward Clodd
Tom Tit Tot - An Essay on Savage Philosophy in Folk-Tale
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First published in 1898, this volume takes a look at the ancient fairy tale of Tom Tit Tot. Perhaps more commonly known as Rumpelstiltskin, it was popularised by the Brothers Grimm in 1812 but can trace its origins back to over 4,000 years. This fascinating volume explores the variations and evolution of the tale in different cultures and areas, as well as the 'savage' philosophy it is imbued with-making it highly recommended for those with an interest in this tale and others like it. Contents include: The Story of Tom Tit Tot, Variants of Tom Tit Tot-Scotch, Tyrolese, Basque, Indian, Welsh, On the Diffusion of Stories, Superstitions about Ir…
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First published in 1898, this volume takes a look at the ancient fairy tale of Tom Tit Tot. Perhaps more commonly known as Rumpelstiltskin, it was popularised by the Brothers Grimm in 1812 but can trace its origins back to over 4,000 years. This fascinating volume explores the variations and evolution of the tale in different cultures and areas, as well as the 'savage' philosophy it is imbued with-making it highly recommended for those with an interest in this tale and others like it. Contents include: The Story of Tom Tit Tot, Variants of Tom Tit Tot-Scotch, Tyrolese, Basque, Indian, Welsh, On the Diffusion of Stories, Superstitions about Iron, Woman and Spinster and Farmer, The Gullible Devil, Barbaric Ideas about Names, Magic Through Tangible Things-Hair and Nails, Refuge, Saliva, Portrait, etc. Edward Clodd (1840 - 1930) was an English writer, banker, and anthropologist famous for his various and notable literary and scientific friends. Other notable works by author include: The Childhood of the World (1872), Jesus of Nazareth (1880), and Nature Studies (1882). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition for the enjoyment of fairy tale lovers now and for years to come.
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Produktdetails
- ISBN: 978-1-4446-9289-1
- EAN: 9781444692891
- Produktnummer: 6793656
- Verlag: Stokowski Press
- Sprache: Englisch
- Erscheinungsjahr: 2010
- Seitenangabe: 268 S.
- Masse: H21.6 cm x B14.0 cm x D1.5 cm 362 g
- Abbildungen: Paperback
- Gewicht: 362
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