Publisher's Synopsis
""Tales and Popular Fictions: Their Resemblance and Transmission from Country to Country"" is a book written by Thomas Keightley that explores the similarities and transmission of popular folktales and fictions across different countries and cultures. The book delves into the origins of these stories, the ways in which they have been adapted and modified over time, and the cultural significance they hold in different societies. Keightley draws upon a wide range of sources, including classical literature, medieval texts, and oral traditions, to provide a comprehensive overview of the evolution of these tales. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and development of popular folklore and the ways in which it has influenced cultures around the world.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.
