My only question would be then: is this blog also a form of folklore?
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Response to Types of History
I am writing this blog to respond to what we covered today in class (2/8/2011), which basically was that definition and purpose of the two different kinds of history, official written and popular memory. The interesting lecture/discussion that ensued today over the differences between each, their necessary existence within societies, and what attributes that exist within each. I was shocked to discover all the different kinds of things that could be classified as popular under the folklore category. Basically anything created in an attempt to save a certain moment/time in the present can later be referred back in the future as a part of folklore, saving that particular part of history. This concept then got me thinking of all the things in my past that I will perhaps pass on to the future generations, which may constitute into my own personal history relating to my lineage and my origins. The portrayal that the two kinds of history although very different, are intimately intertwined in their role in an individual's life makes for a very interesting and rich combination, as the two perfectly complement each other.
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Yes, I believe this blog could be considered "folklore" because by studying Asian American history in film and theatre we are activating change in the fixed history of Asians in America.
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