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New Tales for Old: Folktales As Literary Fictions for Young Adults
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The timeless themes and versatility of folk tales have helped them survive and flourish over centuries, taking on myriad forms-short story, picture book, film, poem, and novel. This book gathers together a number of popular folktale reworkings (not just simple retellings) in a variety of genres that appeal to young adults. After discussing the nature of folktales, their cultural context,... More
Book Information
PublisherLibraries Unlimited Inc
BindingPaperback (3 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages408
ISBN-101563084473
ISBN-13978-1563084478
Publication Date10/15/1999
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About Anna E. Altmann (Author) : Anna E. Altmann is a published author of young adult books. Published credits of Anna E. Altmann include Tales, Then and Now: More Folktales As Literary Fictions for Young Adults, Tales, Then and Now:... more
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About Gail de Vos (Author) : Gail de Vos is a published author of young adult books. Some of the published credits of Gail de Vos include Tales, Then and Now: More Folktales As Literary Fictions for Young Adults, Tales, Then and ... more
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