The Morphology of the Folktale

The morphology of the folktale examines how stories are structured and organized across cultures. It analyzes common patterns, characters, and themes that appear repeatedly, revealing underlying frameworks that make these stories familiar and relatable. Think of it as a blueprint of storytelling that shows how different tales, despite cultural differences, often share similar elements like hero journeys, quests, or moral lessons. This approach helps us understand how stories shape and reflect human experiences across societies, highlighting universal storytelling patterns rather than focusing solely on individual or local details.