The difference between folk tales and epics

Children become familiar with these trends of Russian folklore in early childhood. And in order to correctly relate to the plot, they need to distinguish one genre from another.What is the difference between epic and fairy tales?Even a small child can easily understand the difference between a bylina and a fairy tale. Photo: Getty The differences between these works are as follows:

  • Bylina is based on historical events thattook place in the real world. It deals with a real person at a particular time and his exploits. This genre extols the courage and brave deeds of the protagonist. The focus is usually the hero or warrior, who are glorified by special virtues and merits. In the epic storytelling creates and conveys the idea of ​​heroic strength and valor.
  • Fairy tale heroes are fictional characters.They are not connected with reality. This genre of folklore is entertaining and instructive, which is not the case in epics. The fairy tale plot is based on the struggle between good and evil, where magic takes place, and there is always a conclusion in the end.
  • The style of the epic narrative is solemna song with a special rhythm. In order to convey the mood, its reading is accompanied by folk accompaniment. For this, musicians mainly use the gusli. Instrumental accompaniment allows you to preserve the poetic step and convey the artistic expressiveness of the work. The tale is told in a normal, conversational manner.
  • Bylinas are performed in front of a wide audience, for example, in city squares. But a fairy tale is a story for a narrow circle, a home environment.

These are the main characteristics of the two genres thata child needs to know. Tell your child a fairy tale to entertain him. Or read a bylina to introduce him to an interesting person from the past.

Briefly about the general features

Epics and fairy tales reflecttraditions of certain peoples. They contain descriptions of the life and way of life of ethnic groups. The main function of literary works is educational. These genres of folklore cultivate positive qualities in a child. Fairy tales teach kindness, from them the child understands that good always triumphs over evil. Epics teach the child courage and bravery. The child compares himself with the main character and wants to be like him. Introduce children to folk folklore, then they will grow up as positive heroes.

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