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What are the similarities between folktales myths and fairy tales?
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∙ 13y ago
Modern Fairy Tales are children's stories with fairies, elves, gnomes etc involving evil witches/persons but have a happy ending. Many stories that we call fairy tales really have roots in very ancient oral traditions possibly going back as far as thousands of years. These traditions usually touch upon deep universal themes like fear, rights of passage, integrity, kingship, warrior courage, priesthood/shamanism, deception and manipulation. Aesop's Fables are included in this store of rich ancient wisdom/lore. Many of these tales and fables have anything but happy endings in some of their older and presumably more authentic versions.
Fantasy stories are usually modern stories, often based in one or more of the ancient traditions mentioned above. They include spectacular fanciful fictions, told in any possible setting including imagined ancient worlds, contemporary or futuristic Science Fiction, and anything in between. They are sometimes written to reflect a current world social or cultural dilemma. The original Star Trek series is an excellent example from popular culture, along with the writings of authors like Asimov, Herbert, Philip K. Dick, H. P. Lovecraft, Tolkein, C. S. Lewis, J. K. Rowling and many others.
Fairy tales can be
- stories about fairies, or
- incredible stories, unbelievable fabrications.
A fantasy 'story' is
- an imaginary story of a fanciful, spectacular and extravagant nature, with invented or visionary images being conveyed to the reader/viewer.
CONSIDER:
- A fairy story would doubtless be fantasy.
- On the other hand, if fairies exist, maybe a fairy story is true, and not fantasy!
- A science-fiction story would inevitably be fantasy, but would not usually be associated with matters common to fairy tales.
SUMMARY/CONCLUSIONS
A fairy tale may be fantasy, but not all fantasies are fairy tales.
Fairy tales are invariable set in the past and are stories about fairies.
Fantasies can be set in any time frame, and, whilst being highly creative and imaginative, do not usually or necessarily focus on matters of the fairy world.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoA cartoon is an animated human made character with like a flip book or comic strip while a fairytale is a type of cartoon. The fairytale is a cartoon though made into a story it branched off of the cartoon. As well many fairytales end in a happy ending while Cartoons are humorous and an enjoyment to the family.
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∙ 13y agoFolktales- stories from different cultures that were told and passed down from generation to generation.
Myths- Stories that when they were first created were thought to be true such as the stories in Greek Mythology were thought to be true back in ancient Greece, Roman Mythology was thought to be true around the time of the Roman Empire and Egytian Mythology was thought to be true back in ancient Egypt.
Fairytales- Just little made up stories that are centuries old, they are pretty much folktales but they dont speak of the culture and society as folktales do
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∙ 12y agoThey're both fiction, but easiest is probably to say that Lord of the Rings is a typical example of Fantasy, while Star Wars is a typical example of Science Fiction.
More magic than rockets = fantasy
More rockets than magic = sci-fi
Elves and dragons = Fantasy
Aliens and robots = Sci-Fi
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∙ 15y agoi want to know similarities of a fairytale and a fable i want to know similarities of a fairytale and a fable
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∙ 15y agoIn many cases, the difference is the inclusion of technology. You can argue that Star Wars is really a fairy tale, for instance.
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∙ 13y agoFiction is a very large umbrella term that includes fairy-tales. A fairy-tale is a work of fiction that includes fairies.
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∙ 10y agohe poops his pants
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Folk tales from South America?
Folktales from South America include legends and myths such as 'The Armadillo's Song' and 'The Young Cowherd.' 'The Rainbow Bird' and 'Jabuti the Tortoise: A Trickster Tale from the Amazon' are other South American folktales.
What are the similarities between myths and legends?
Myths are traditional stories occurring in a timeless past. They involve supernatural elements and are beyond the frontiers of logic. Long ago, when our ancestors heard the sound of thunder and saw lightening, they were frightened because they could not understand why these things happened. In order to understand these and other natural events, they created stories. The stories were handed down from generation to generation all around the world. On the other hand, legends, however, are stories about real people who are famous for doing something brave or extraordinary. Every time the story was told, it became more exaggerated and so it is now difficult to tell how much of the story is really true.
What are the ratings and certificates for Myths - 2009?
Myths - 2009 is rated/received certificates of: UK:PG
Types of genre?
There is romance, realistic fiction, mystery/suspense, fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction, fairy tales, myths, and poetry.
What became of Greek goddess Hera according to Ancient Greek myths?
According to Greek myths, she is still alive and well.
Can you have an fairy godmother?
You can have a godfather or a godmother, so it could be possible to have a "fairy" godmother (if you believe in myths, folktales, or fantasies)
What are characteristics of folktales?
The characteristics of folktales are they are passed down orally; they can change over time; and they were a form of entertainment. There are many different types: fables, legends, fairy tales, tall tales, generic folktales, and myths.
What are the similarities between Myths and Fairy tales?
Folktales- stories from different cultures that were told and passed down from generation to generation. Myths- Stories that when they were first created were thought to be true such as the stories in Greek Mythology were thought to be true back in ancient Greece, Roman Mythology was thought to be true around the time of the Roman Empire and Egytian Mythology was thought to be true back in ancient Egypt. Fairytales- Just little made up stories that are centuries old, they are pretty much folktales but they dont speak of the culture and society as folktales do
Are there similarities between myths of different cultures?
Yes there are
Why do folktales and myths still exist in your society today?
Folktales and myths remain interesting, entertaining, and educational, as long as one does not take them too seriously.
What are the folktales?
Folktales are retelling's stories, myths, and legends. Johnny Appleseed, Bigfoot, and Paul Bunion are examples of still popular folktales.
What are earthquake myths?
Earthquake myths are the folktales that people say what they think caused the earthquake.
What cultural traditions do Achebe and Silko include in their stories?
They often introduce oral stories, such as narrative proverbs, song-tales, myths, folktales, fairy tales, animal fables, anecdotes, and ballads into their stories.
Why did people create so many myths and folktales about animals?
yes
What is the difference between ancient myths and urban myths?
ancient means it has been going around for years. urban myths are like the tooth fairy and Easter bunny
What are similarties between myths and folktales?
Both are traditional, passed on from generation to generation, and some claim exagerated. Clearly not those who tell them though..
How and why do cultures define their beginnings?
They define them through myths and folktales as to why i do not know either
