FOLKLORE EDUCATION IN TURKISH UNIVERSITIES AND A RESEARCH ON KAZ (IDA) MOUNTAINS’ LEGENDS IN TURKEY

Abstract

This study consists of two parts. The history of folklore studies in Turkey in the first chapter, important / functional person, is summarized based on the events and resources. Especially Hungarian Turcologists were mentioned on the basis of the first historical sources; Then, academic developments were conveyed by referring to the contributions and services of Turkish researchers and scientists on the subject. In the second part of the study, function analysis was made on the legends widely known in the Kaz Mountain region by using the researches of Paul Magnarella and Bilge Seyidoğlu; the effects of legends on society and individuals have been revealed.

Keywords

• folklore
• folk education
• legends
• blond girl's legends

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