Abstract

This paper presents how patterns of name giving practices adapted in literary tales are dependent upon those used in folk tales. Naming practices of folk tales – especially those of the genre “fairy tales” – in their typical functions are partly bequeathed to contemporary literary tales. The more folk tale motives the story-writer uses, the more naming practices (s)he adapts from folk tales. Differences in name giving practices of literary tales can be traced to the increase and special features of base words, in the personalities of the characters referred to by their names, in the authors’ unique styles as well as in the differentiation of the readers.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.