Morphology of the Folktale

Morphology of the folktale refers to the study of its basic structural components and how they are assembled to create the story. It analyzes recurring elements like characters, motifs, plot patterns, and themes, identifying common building blocks across different stories. By examining these parts and their arrangements, morphology helps us understand how folktales function, evolve, and share cultural meanings. Essentially, it breaks down stories into their foundational pieces to see how they’re put together and why they resonate universally.