The Three Golden Hairs: Slavic & Germanic Myth in Czech Folklore (European Fairy Tales Series)
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The Three Golden Hairs" is a fairy tale recorded from Czech storytellers in the 19th century. This book discusses several topics to help shed the historical and mythical insight into this tale.The early history of the Slavic people as well as their conversion to Christianity is explored. The phenomenon called "Dvoeverie," or the Slavic dual faith, is explained. We look at what is known about Slavic myth and how it lingered on in the folk consciousness.Further, the relationship between the ethnic-Germans and the Czechs is mentioned. Elements of Germanic myth found within this tale are overviewed, and differences between the Czech and German variations of the story are highlighted to discuss the evolution of myth and folklore.We will look at the figure of Baba Yaga, and how she makes an appearance in this tale - even though she appears very different here than in other fairy tales. Baba Yaga's origins as an ancient mother goddess is discussed. Other Slavic mythical elements that present in this text are also discussed.Finally, the book ends with the author's retelling of "The Three Golden Hairs." This volume is illustrated throughout.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1975999452
ISBN13:9781975999452
Release Date:September 2017
Publisher:CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Length:126 Pages
Weight:0.43 lbs.
Dimensions:8.0" x 0.3" x 5.0"
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