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William Richard Morfill

 
9781330497814: Slavonic Literature (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

< b>Explore the rich voice of early Slavonic literature and its folklore.

William Richard Morfill’s Slavonic Literature surveys centuries of oral tradition from Slavic peoples. This edition assembles proverbs, legends, and ballads to illuminate daily life, beliefs, and humor across Russian, Polish, and Bulgarian traditions. It also discusses how folklore intertwined with language, religion, and history, offering a window into a world shaped by shared myths and local voices.

You’ll encounter authentic material drawn from collections and editions of the period, including examples of proverbs, folk songs, and dramatic tales featuring figures like samovili, dragons, and wandering minstrels. The book traces how ancient myths blended with later Christian imagery, and it notes how ballads and incantations reflect social struggles, reverence for saints, and the resilience of communities under pressure.

  • Proverbs that reveal values, humor, and social norms across Slavic cultures.
  • Bulgarian ballads and mythic motifs, including dragons, fairies, and enchantments.
  • Notes on how language and folklore connect regional traditions with broader Slavic heritage.
  • Context for later study through references, appendices, and an index of people and places.

Ideal for readers of folklore, language history, and Slavic studies seeking a concise, scholarship‑mrounded look at early Slavonic literature.

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