The term oral narrative as it is used here encompasses a wide range of forms and subjects. For purposes of order and convenience, ATON holdings have been divided into eight major sections. The rubrics have, nevertheless, served users satisfactorily since this research facility opened its doors in 1971. This section includes the m rchen and other stories set in the world of fantasy and make-believe. So too are tales about the vagaries of Fate, just so long as these mysterious ways are not directly attributed to the Deity.
Many Turkish tales challenge the wits of both their characters and their audiences.
These narratives may involve riddling dialogue, sign language, figurative language, symbolic language, puzzles, conundrums, or dilemmas. They may also include seemingly unaccountable behavior for which rational explanation is sought. Humor Regardless of how rigorously one might define the nature of humor, one would probably have to concede that ultimately humor relies largely upon the response of the listener or reader. Turks find the tales indexed beneath this heading funny. Here are placed slapstick, pratfall, situational comedy, verbal squelch, and tall tale.