ISBN:
0300141750
,
9780300141757
Language:
English
Pages:
X, 399 S.
Year of publication:
2010
DDC:
839/.109
Keywords:
Yiddish literature History and criticism
;
Jiddisch
;
Literatur
Abstract:
The study of early modern Yiddish literature: a theoretical introduction -- "Are ye fantastical, or that indeed which outwardly ye show?": a comparative case study -- The Seyfer mesholim: the world of fable -- Thinking with shedim: what can we learn from the mayse fun vorms? -- The allegorical spirit: dybbuk tales and their hidden lessons -- The tale of Briyo and Zimro: what makes a Yiddish romance? -- Coda. looking back: concluding considerations
Description / Table of Contents:
The study of early modern Yiddish literature: a theoretical introduction -- "Are ye fantastical, or that indeed which outwardly ye show?": a comparative case study -- The Seyfer mesholim: the world of fable -- Thinking with shedim: what can we learn from the mayse fun vorms? -- The allegorical spirit: dybbuk tales and their hidden lessons -- The tale of Briyo and Zimro: what makes a Yiddish romance? -- Coda. looking back: concluding considerations.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
URL:
http://www.h-net.org/reviews/showrev.php?id=33204
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