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Bishop examines the fascination of the human race with being clever, witty, sly, cunning and tricky as it applies to cultural identities; often thus illustrated in the form of practical jokes. Through the exploration of practical jokes of various people, cultures and generations, Bishop seeks to shed light into the humanistic qualities and enjoyment of practical jokes while entertaining the reader. Created by Rebecca Bishop while enrolled in a folklore course during fall semester of 2006.

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Thomas interviewed big rig truck drivers in an effort to better understand two of her brothers' professions. Included are slang terms used by truck drivers, ghost stories told by truckers, and misconceptions about drivers. Project was created for Dr. Eliason's English 391 course taught at Brigham Young University in 1999.

Scope and Contents note Willes examines interviews from parents as well as their adult children about the lies parents tell their children while they are growing up. Willes, having analyzed these stories, then discusses three general reasons why parents fib: 1) to ensure that their children perform certain actions or observe certain behaviors, 2) to tease or play a practical joke on their children, and 3) to be imaginative and play with their children. Willes then evaluates the effects the impact these lies have...

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Kevin Thornock collected personal narratives about misfortunes befalling/ pranks played on new missionaries. Included are stories about mistaken identities, language jokes, food pranks, and miscellaneous other stories. Project was written for an English 392 class taught at Brigham Young University during Winter semester 1996.

Scope and Contents note Holloway examines the social, cultural, and personal implications of food and tradition in the lives of citizens of the United States of America. Through exploring those traditions associated with the Thanksgiving holiday, Holloway analyzes the varying, yet personal celebrations of typical Americans of the day. Related materials: These materials are part of the William A. Wilson Folklore Archives. Created by Natalie Holloway while enrolled in Jacqueline Thursby's English 495 course during...

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Brewer transcribed stories told by her maternal uncle, Guy Tracy. Included are memories of his early childhood and adolescence, army experiences, and life on the ranch. Project was created for Dr. Rudy's English 392 class taught at Brigham Young University in 1999.

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Christine S. Schultz collected personal narratives of Turtle Days, an annual summer celebration held every summer to honor Oscar, a huge turtle that is supposed to have lived in Fulk Lake Northeast of Churubusco, Indiana. Included are a map of the geographical area and lakes, a description of Oscar the turtle, and attempts to catch the animal. Project was written for a Folklore 201 class taught at Indiana University, Fort Wayne Campus, in the fall of 1966.

Scope and Contents Submitted by BYU student Merril Mead for his Fall 2010 English 392 class under Prof. Eliason. About the folk group that a missionary's lifestyle creates, and the connections they feel with each other especially in the mission field, and the folklore they create, in this case, "apostate" stories from the Georgia Atlanta Mission. Contains a cover essay, autobiographical sketch, and informants' interviews about misbehaving missionaries, Elders and Sisters in a baptismal font, the "Twelve...

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Roger deV. Renwick collected personal narratives of proverbs from contemporary Los Angeles. Included are short phrases and proverbs, and the collector's analysis of their meaning and cultural significance. Permission for access must be obtained by the Supervisor of Reference Services.

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Bunting collected narratives from twins. Included are stories about switching places, competition and envy, and sympathetic pain felt by the other twin when one was hurt or sad. The project was collected for an English 392 class taught at Brigham Young University in 1997.