Oral Traditions

Více o knize

Exploring the evolution of the French language from its Latin origins, this work intertwines 13th-century street theatre, a 17th-century fairy tale by Perrault, and a 19th-century queen's journal. It emphasizes the significance of past tense verbs in narratives and includes textual references and analyses. Additionally, it features transcriptions of 1980s recordings from northern France, where three individuals share their interpretations of Petit Chaperon Rouge (Little Red Riding Hood), showcasing the oral storytelling tradition.