Harmful Language and Content Statement
The resources and materials listed here include historic materials that may contain outdated language that can be harmful due to issues such as racism, colonialism, sexism, homophobia, etc. Language can provide important insight and context into the creator(s) and historical period in which it was written. However, it can also reveal hurtful biases, prejudices, and beliefs. We advise students explore these materials with discretion and consider the era(s) in which they were created.
If we find problematic language being utilized in finding aids, research guides, item descriptions, etc. we will work to address it. If language within a resource causes concern, we will work to provide more context for the item.
Any questions or concerns can be sent to research@ringling.edu
This statement has been adapted from the Seattle Public Library Special Collections' "Harmful Language Statement"
Welcome to the Research Guide for World Folklore, Fairy Tales, and Myths. This guide was designed to help introduce students to resources regarding American and world folklore and the associated subjects of mythology and fairy tales.
Navigate through the pages on the menu to the left for more information.
Find Books: A sampling of books, both physical and digital, within our collection that feature folktales, fairytales, mythologies, retellings etc.
Find Periodicals: Locate articles and periodicals focusing on a variety of folklore and mythology topics and issues.
Web Resources: Suggested electronic resources from the web on folklore, fairytale, and mythology topics and organizations.
Feel free to contact the library for assistance at any point during your research process, whether you're just starting a project or you're hitting a dead end. Our services and librarian contact information can be found on the left side of this page. Or, schedule a research consultation by clicking on the link below.
Image: (c.1939) Drawing for Plate 15: From the Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania" [Gouache and Graphite on Paper] National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, United States.
Goldstein Library provides research consultations with Research Librarians who are interested in your topic and excited to help you research! We are prepared to help you find the information you need to be successful! Our specialization is helping artists and designers find the materials that they need for reference and research (images, books, journal articles, websites, videos, and more); helping you understand how you can use what you find ethically; and how to cite your sources.