Meet Mad Dog Morgan, the Australian bushranger; Kabadaluk, the Yugoslav beggar boy who marries the princess; Mulan, the Chinese heroine who dresses as a man to join the army. This remarkable assembly of heroes, outlaws, tricksters, and fools is a testament to the human imagination.
Graham Seal teaches at Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Australia.
"A strong introduction defines the attributes, qualities, and origins of a folk hero as well as cultural and communal interpretations of heroism ... this entertaining and wide-ranging work is a valuable addition to most libraries." - Library Journal "[A]n impressive discussion of the current thought and definition of folk heroes in culture and history." - American Reference Books Annual
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