<p>Table of Contents:**<br><br>**

Chapter 1

: Introduction to French Folklore and Mythology**<br>1.1 Defining Folklore: Concepts and Theoretical Frameworks<br>1.2 Historical Roots of French Folklore Traditions<br>1.3 Functions and Meanings of Folk Beliefs and Practices<br>1.4 Cultural Diversity and Regional Variations in French Folklore<br>1.5 Folklore and Identity: Shaping Collective Consciousness<br>1.6 Contemporary Resonance of Folkloric Themes<br>1.7 Scope and Methodology of the Study<br><br>**

Chapter 2

: Legendary Figures and Heroes**<br>2.1 Arthurian Legends and the Matter of France<br>2.2 Folk Heroes and Outlaws in French Folklore<br>2.3 Saints and Martyrs: Religious Legends and Hagiographies<br>2.4 Folkloric Motifs in Medieval Literature and Romance<br>2.5 Heroic Epics and Oral Traditions<br>2.6 Gender and Representation in Legendary Narratives<br>2.7 Conclusion: Mythic Archetypes and Cultural Identity<br><br>**

Chapter 3

: Creatures of Folklore: Beasts, Spirits, and Otherworldly Entities**<br>3.1 Dragons, Serpents, and Fantastic Beasts<br>3.2 Fairies, Elves, and Nature Spirits<br>3.3 Shape-shifters and Metamorphic Creatures<br>3.4 Ghosts, Specters, and Haunted Places<br>3.5 Monsters and Demonic Entities in Folk Beliefs<br>3.6 Animal Symbolism and Totemic Imagery<br>3.7 Exploring the Psychological Functions of Folkloric Creatures<br><br>**

Chapter 4

: Folk Tales and Narrative Traditions**<br>4.1 Types and Classification of Folk Tales<br>4.2 The Oral Tradition: Storytelling and Performance<br>4.3 Literary Adaptations and Folklore Collecting<br>4.4 Themes and Motifs in French Folk Tales<br>4.5 The Hero's Journey: Archetypal Narratives<br>4.6 Humor and Satire in Folklore Narratives<br>4.7 Contemporary Reinterpretations of Traditional Tales<br><br>**

Chapter 5

: Superstitions and Ritual Practices**<br>5.1 Origins and Evolution of Superstitious Beliefs<br>5.2 Omens, Signs, and Divinatory Practices<br>5.3 Rituals for Protection, Healing, and Prosperity<br>5.4 Taboos and Prohibitions in Folk Beliefs<br>5.5 Folk Medicine and Healing Traditions<br>5.6 Superstitions in Everyday Life: Luck, Love, and Death<br>5.7 Folk Magic and Ritualistic Practices in Modern Society <br></p>