Folkloresque: Reframing Folklore in a Popular Culture World
by Michael Dylan Foster, Jeffrey A. Tolbert
Folkloresque reframes folklore within the realm of popular culture, exploring its adaptation and influence in modern media and entertainment. Edited by Michael Dylan Foster and Jeffrey A. Tolbert, this scholarly collection analyzes how traditional narratives intersect with contemporary cultural expressions, providing fresh perspectives on folklore's enduring relevance.
About This Book
Folkloresque: Reframing Folklore in a Popular Culture World examines the ways in which folklore adapts and influences popular culture today. Edited by Michael Dylan Foster and Jeffrey A. Tolbert, the book brings together scholarly perspectives on this evolving relationship.
The volume highlights how elements of folklore appear in various forms of media, from literature to digital entertainment, reshaping traditional stories for new audiences.
Through theoretical and analytical approaches, it addresses the reframing of folklore in a world dominated by popular cultural productions, offering insights into cultural transmission and adaptation.
This work contributes to understanding the fluidity of folklore in contemporary contexts, bridging academic folklore studies with broader cultural phenomena.
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