Auteur: Charles John Tibbitts

Charles John Tibbitts, whose contributions to the literary landscape are recognized, albeit not as extensively as some of his contemporaries, is best known for his work in the anthology “Folk-Lore and Legends: Oriental” – a collection that delves into the rich tapestry of Asian folklore. While precise biographical details of Tibbitts remain sparse, his work speaks to an enthusiastic engagement with the world of myth and legend, characteristic of the folklore scholars of his time. “Folk-Lore and Legends: Oriental” encompasses a vivid assortment of tales from the East, offering readers a glimpse into the storytelling traditions of diverse cultures. The publication date of the collection is marked as 1889, capturing stories that hold the wisdom, morals, and cultural nuances of the regions they represent. Tibbitts”s literary style is indicative of the 19th century”s approach to folklore, often commingling the roles of compiler, editor, and sometimes translator, to bring forth the mythic narratives for a western audience. The anthology echoes the methods of notable ethnologists like Sir James Frazer and folklorists such as the Brothers Grimm, albeit Tibbitts”s presence in the academic field is considerably more obscure. Despite this, his work has served as a crucial source of Oriental folk narratives for English-speaking readers and has remained of interest to those studying comparative folklore and cultural studies.