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Exploring the intriguing connections between folklore from Scotland and Pre-Columbian America, this book delves into the enduring nature of stories across cultures. It examines the origins of well-known tales, such as the story of Aladdin, suggesting that its roots may trace back to Wales before spreading to the East. The author investigates the mechanisms behind the transmission and transformation of these narratives, raising questions about cultural exchange and the timelessness of storytelling throughout history.
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World Tales I, Idries Shah
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- 2020
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- Title
- World Tales I
- Subtitle
- Tales Of A Parrot And Other Stories
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Idries Shah
- Publisher
- ISF Publishing
- Publisher
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 134
- ISBN13
- 9781784793883
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Exploring the intriguing connections between folklore from Scotland and Pre-Columbian America, this book delves into the enduring nature of stories across cultures. It examines the origins of well-known tales, such as the story of Aladdin, suggesting that its roots may trace back to Wales before spreading to the East. The author investigates the mechanisms behind the transmission and transformation of these narratives, raising questions about cultural exchange and the timelessness of storytelling throughout history.