Historical Roots of the Fairy Tale

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«Historical Roots of the Fairy Tale» by Vladimir Propp is a book without which it is impossible to understand where the plots of wondrous stories came from and why they still excite us. This is a lively and fascinating study... that reveals the hidden origins of the motives we remember from childhood.

In the book, you will find answers to questions:
- What ancient rituals are hidden behind magical transformations and trials?
- Why do wondrous helpers and magical objects appear in fairy tales around the world?
- How have the myths and rituals of ancient peoples transformed into familiar plot devices?
- Why does the plot retain its power over the millennia?
- How can this knowledge be useful to writers, screenwriters, researchers, and fairy tale enthusiasts?

The book will be useful for students and teachers of literature, folklore, cultural studies, and history, as well as for authors of artistic works and scripts. For all who are interested in fairy tales, myths, or the mysteries of storytelling, this work will be a key to understanding the profound meanings and eternal plots.

Author: Владимир Пропп

Printhouse: Eksmo

Series: Philosophy in Your Pocket

Age restrictions: 16+

Year of publication: 2026

ISBN: 9785042342912

Number of pages: 544

Size: 180х120х23 mm

Cover type: soft

Weight: 277 g

ID: 1733887

«Historical Roots of the Fairy Tale» by Vladimir Propp is a book without which it is impossible to understand where the plots of wondrous stories came from and why they still excite us. This is a lively and fascinating study that reveals the hidden origins of the motives we remember from childhood.

In the book, you will find answers to questions:
- What ancient rituals are hidden behind magical transformations and trials?
- Why do wondrous helpers and magical objects appear in fairy tales around the world?
- How have the myths and rituals of ancient peoples transformed into familiar plot devices?
- Why does the plot retain its power over the millennia?
- How can this knowledge be useful to writers, screenwriters, researchers, and fairy tale enthusiasts?

The book will be useful for students and teachers of literature, folklore, cultural studies, and history, as well as for authors of artistic works and scripts. For all who are interested in fairy tales, myths, or the mysteries of storytelling, this work will be a key to understanding the profound meanings and eternal plots.

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