South Asian folklore : a handbook / Frank J. Korom.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [191]-220) and index.

Begins with an overview of the cultural background of South Asia, and examines different types of folklore and the difficulties of defining and classifying folklore genres. It then provides a substantial selection of legends, tales, myths, riddles, jokes, and other pieces of folklore from South Asia. This is foloowed by a book at research on the subject, along with an exploration of South Asain folklore in literature and popular culture. the volume closes with a glossary and a bibliography of print and electronic resources.