Filipino Popular Tales by Dean Spruill Fansler
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"Filipino Popular Tales" by Dean S. Fansler is a collection of folk tales gathered from the Philippines during the early 20th century, specifically between 1908 and 1914. This compilation presents an accessible format for readers interested in the rich oral traditions of the Filipino people, showcasing the blend of indigenous folklore influenced by varied cultural encounters, including Malayan, Indian, and Occidental narratives. Fansler aims to highlight the significance of these tales in
the broader context of world fiction, offering a glimpse into the unique cultural heritage of the Philippines. At the start of the anthology, the opening tale, "Suan's Good Luck," introduces a clever boy named Suan who gains a reputation as a diviner despite his playful nature and whimsical acts of deception. Through a series of challenges, Suan successfully finds a missing ring and wins the hand of a princess, exhibiting both luck and cunning along the way. The narrative follows Suan as he navigates a world filled with trials where intelligence and creativity triumph over adversity, setting the tone for the collection's overarching themes of wit, bravery, and the consequences of one's choices in Filipino folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Fansler, Dean Spruill, 1885- |
|---|---|
| Title | Filipino Popular Tales |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Folklore -- Philippines |
| Subject | Tales -- Philippines |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8299 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08299-8 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 9, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 3109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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