In Search of Authenticity

In Search of Authenticity The Formation of Folklore Studies

Hardback (15 Nov 1997)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The author of this text explores notions of authenticity in German and American folklore studies from the 18th century to the present. She demonstrates how "authenticity" was used to foster national causes and uphold a belief in "cultural essence" against feelings of loss inherent in modernization.

Book information

ISBN: 9780299155407
Publisher: University of Wisconsin Press
Imprint: The University of Wisconsin Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 398.0973
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 306
Weight: 626g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 24mm