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ENGL 250 – Folklore (3)
Prerequisite: English 101. A survey of world folklore studying the more representative literary forms including traditional folk and fairytales, nomenclature, riddles, rhymes, legends, songs, ballads, enchantments, and superstitions. Selected tales, formats, and retellings will be examined to trace the development of worldview and identity. Emphasis is on the uniting qualities of folklore for various civilizations and as constructed by their cultural context. NOTE: This course may be used as an English or Liberal Arts elective but cannot be taken in lieu of required literature courses. (HUMN)