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Paramyth : The Mythological Dimensions of Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales

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The articles in this volume explore the question--which has remained virtually unaddressed to date--of the extent to which Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales are characterized by a special relationship to ancient myths. On the one hand, they discuss specific intertextual relationships to ancient sources--especially Ovid. On the other hand, various theoretical concepts of "myth" are employed to shed light on Andersen's distinctive writing techniques from an unconventional perspective. By focusing on the poetological questions that arise at the intersection of fairy tales and myth, this volume appeals to a broader audience interested in literary studies.

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  • ISBN-13: 9783662746172
  • ISBN-10: 3662746174
  • Publisher: J.B. Metzler
  • Publish Date: March 2027

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