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Record #:
16344
Author(s):
Gutierrez, C. Paige
Abstract:
The story of \"Jack and the Beanstalk\" is widely known throughout the United States and England. However, few people outside of the Southern Appalachians realize that Jack is also the hero of dozens of other wonder stories. These stories, called \"Jack Tales\" are especially numerous in northwestern North Carolina.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p85-110 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Folklore
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Record #:
35786
Author(s):
McGowan, Thomas
Abstract:
An introduction for four stories about Jack Tales, which are a subgenre of folklore that always center on the character “Jack,” the hero.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p51-84 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Folk tales--North Carolina; Beech Mountain--Description and travel; Jack tales
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Record #:
35787
Author(s):
Ward, Marshall
Abstract:
A story about how Jack devised a way to make lots of money, and get rid of his mean brothers.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p53-67 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales
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Record #:
35789
Author(s):
Hicks, Ray
Abstract:
A story about how Jack stole three steers for a gang of robbers, who then paid him for his service.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p75-78 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales
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Record #:
35790
Author(s):
Hicks, Ray
Abstract:
A story about how Jack captured death.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p79-83 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales
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Record #:
35791
Author(s):
Gutierrez, C. Paige
Abstract:
Starting with a brief biography of Mr. Ward, the author then describes his writing style and the impact he had on the genre.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p111-126, il Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales; Writing; Authors
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Record #:
35792
Author(s):
Ward, W.H.
Abstract:
The central theme of W.H. Ward’s writing style is unity and repetition, which gives his stories a sense of fullness and suspense.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p127-133 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales; Writing
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Record #:
35793
Author(s):
Davis, Charles Thomas, III
Abstract:
In this article, the author seeks to outline the phase of Jack’s characterization where he appears as a typical Märchen hero. He is typically abused, the youngest and least esteemed child, who exploits in the world allows him to return home to recognition that was previously denied.
Source:
North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 26 Issue 2, Sept 1978, p134-143 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Jack tales; Heroes; Writing
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