Publication at Faculty of Arts |
2020
Abstract
The essay presents an overview of several uses of international narrative motif of "The Tragic Mistake" by oral, popular and elite culture since the 17th century to the present time, with special emphasis on territory of Central Europe, especially the Czech lands. It builds on existing research conducted by folklorists, ethnologists and literary historians while trying to present new data as well as to critically interpret popularity of the motif both in historical and contemporary contexts.