Barre Toelken (1935–2018)

An obituary for John Barre Toelken, who died on Nov 9, 2018, is presented. An extraordinary scholar of folklore and medieval literature, Toelken was a beloved mentor, teacher, and performer. He leaves a legacy of insightful and approachable publications, ethical fieldwork, and admiring colleagues an...

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Published in:The Journal of American folklore 2020-01, Vol.133 (527), p.100-103
Main Author: Williams, Randy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
American culture
Anthropology
Awards & honors
Biography
Careers
Death & dying
Deaths
Ethics
Ethnic Studies
Folklore
Folklorists
Medieval literature
Obituaries
Scholars
Teaching
Toelken, Barre John
Toelken, John Barre
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Summary:An obituary for John Barre Toelken, who died on Nov 9, 2018, is presented. An extraordinary scholar of folklore and medieval literature, Toelken was a beloved mentor, teacher, and performer. He leaves a legacy of insightful and approachable publications, ethical fieldwork, and admiring colleagues and students.
ISSN:0021-8715
1535-1882
DOI:10.5406/jamerfolk.133.527.0100