Xue, Melanie Meng 
ORCID: 0000-0002-2112-4884
(2022)
Folklore.
In: Kurtz, Lester R., (ed.)
Encyclopedia of Violence, Peace, & Conflict: Four Volume Set, Third Edition.
Elsevier, 436 - 440.
ISBN 9780128201954
Abstract
Folklore comprises the unrecorded traditions of a people—the collection of traditional customs and stories passed through the generations by word of mouth. Beginning in the 19th century, folklorists began to compile and publish folklore. How does folklore shape violence and conflict? I first show that the discipline of folklore emerged under the influence of Romantic Nationalism and facilitated nation building in 19th century Europe. Secondly, I show that folktales contain negative stereotypes about minority groups, often perpetuating violence against them. Lastly, I introduce folklore genres containing violent content, including warfare, revenge, and heroic tales.
| Item Type: | Book Section |
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| Official URL: | https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/978012... |
| Additional Information: | © 2022 Elsevier Inc. |
| Divisions: | Economic History |
| Subjects: | G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GR Folklore H Social Sciences > HM Sociology |
| Date Deposited: | 07 Mar 2024 14:21 |
| Last Modified: | 07 Mar 2024 15:33 |
| URI: | http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/122238 |
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