The Study of American Folklore: An Introduction (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

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The definitive introduction to American folklore. Distinguished folklorist Jan Harold Brunvand, famous for his collections of 'urban legends,' offers readers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the field of folklore. New to the fourth edition are 67 "Focus" boxes that provide in-depth examples of folk genres, research methods, and theoretical approaches, and over 70 photographs that illustrate material and performative folk traditions.

About the Author

Jan Harold Brunvand is the author of numerous books, including The Vanishing Hitchhiker, The Choking Doberman, Curses! Broiled Again!, and The Baby Train. He lives in Salt Lake City, where he is professor emeritus at the University of Utah.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 640 pages
• Publisher: W.W. Norton & Co.; Fourth Edition edition (January 17, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0393972232
• ISBN-13: 978-0393972238
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #573,778 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You wouldn't know by looking at it...., January 11, 1999

By A Customer

that this was actually a good book. My professor made us purchase this for a foklore class. He told us that it was not all that exciting, but I beg to differ. I found this to be an excellent leisure reading book as well as an excellent textbook for class. I highly recommend this to anyone interested in folklore.