When I'm teaching, I tell my students: It's all process. Don't even think of product.
Maxine Hong KingstonRead
There can't be a pure myth, especially when the myth has been handed down in the oral tradition. As the stories are told, they change. If the stories don't change they just die.
Interpretation
Myths evolve over time as they are shared, reflecting the dynamic nature of storytelling.
Maxine Hong Kingston's quote suggests that myths are not static but rather living narratives that change with each telling. Oral traditions breathe life into stories, and their continual evolution is essential for their survival; without change, these stories would simply fade away and be forgotten.
In practice
In a discussion about the importance of preserving cultural heritage, you might reference this quote to emphasize how myths adapt over time.
When I'm teaching, I tell my students: It's all process. Don't even think of product.
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