ANTH 4420-6420 - American Folklore

Institution:

University of Memphis

Subject:

Description:

Selected genres of American folklore, including folk religion and belief, folk medicine, folk song and music, narrative and humor (jokes and riddles); comparisons to other cultures; emphasis on role of folklore in maintenance of tradition, in social change, and in concept of culture.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.memphis.edu

Phone Number:

(901) 678-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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