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Fleeson, Katherine Neville
Briggs, W. A. (William A.)
Briggs, William A.
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Laos Folk-Lore of Farther India
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" Laos Folk-Lore of Farther India" by Katherine Neville Fleeson is a collection of folk tales written in the late 19th century. The work features a wide array of stories that reflect the traditions, beliefs, and cultural practices of the Laos people, often passed down orally through generations. With a rich blend of adventure, moral lessons, and elements of fantasy, this collection showcases the unique narratives and characters that inhabit the Laos landscape. The opening of the work introduces the setting and purpose, explaining that these tales were collected by the author during her time among the Laos people. The stories serve both as entertainment and a means of teaching lessons to the youth, embodying the hopes and challenges of the community. It features a variety of characters, including a revered old woman from the jungle and hunters seeking enchantment, and hints at a strong connection to the spiritual world through the portrayal of natural elements and guiding spirits. The introduction sets the stage for the enchanting stories that follow, establishing a nexus of culture, morality, and folklore inherent to Laos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Folklore -- Laos
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Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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