COMPLIT 303

Interpreting Folktales

Description

An introduction to the study of folktales, including collection and classification, oral and literary tales, structure, interpretative frameworks, revisions and film versions. Tales from many cultures will be examined. Contrasting theories on the origins and meanings of folktales will be explored.

Assessment

Coursework only

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline. 
 
Digital Course Outlines for 2026 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2026

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Dr Nicole Perry

Reading/Texts

The Classic Fairy Tales. Ed. Maria Tatar. NY/London: W. W. Norton, 1999. ISBN 0-393-97277-1 (pbk).

COMPLIT 202/303 Course Reader, Parts 1 & 2.

A few additional course readings -- folktales and critical materials -- will be posted to the CANVAS course website.

Course text and readers are required and can be purchased through the University Bookstore.

Classic Fairy Tales can be ordered from Book Depository.

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

COMPLIT 303: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II

Restrictions

COMPLIT 202