Riddles

Perspectives on the use, function and change in a folklore genre

von Annikki Kaivola-Bregenhøj

188 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Riddles are a journey into a fascinating world rich in delightful metaphors and ambiguity. This book is based on material drawn from all over the world and analyses both traditional true riddles and contemporary joking questions. It introduces the reader to different riddling situations and the many functions of riddles, wich vary from education to teasing, and from defusing a heated situation to entertainment.

• Reihe: Studia Fennica Folkloristica
• ISBN: 9789517460194
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.11.2018
• Größe: 250 x 176 mm
• Verlag: Suomalaisen Kirjallisuuden Seura