World Folklore Series – serie
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Celtic Breeze
Stories of the Otherworld from Scotland, Ireland, and Wales
E-bok, 2001
757 kr
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Delve into a world of kelpies, mermaids, selkies, ghosts, warlords, and fairies. This collection gives you Celtic tales, previously unrecorded or only found in obscure compilations. Mostly collected by the author on her ancestral home of the Isle of Barra in the Hebrides, these lesser-known tales …
Gadi Mirrabooka
Australian Aboriginal Tales from the Dreaming
Av Pauline E. McLeod, Francis Firebrace Jones m. fl.
E-bok, 2001
780 kr
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Take a journey into the fascinating world of Australia's Aboriginal culture with this unique collection of 33 authentic, unaltered stories brought to you by three Aboriginal storyteller custodians! Unlike other compilations of tales that were modified and published without permission from the …
Indonesian Folktales
Av Murti Bunanta, Margaret Read MacDonald
E-bok, 2003
780 kr
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The world's largest archipelago, Indonesia is home to hundreds of ethnic groups with diverse cultures and languages. Focusing on the rich heritage of the country, this latest addition to the highly acclaimed World Folklore Series presents 29 stories from across Indonesia, most of which have never …
Seven Swabians, and Other German Folktales
E-bok, 2005
780 kr
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Using primary German-language sources, Altmann has gleaned a wonderful assortment of authentic tales to enchant and educate audiences of all ages. The stories are organized in four sections: Animal stories, Comic tales, Fairy tales, and Local legends. Background information on the stories, a …
Tiger by the Tail and Other Stories from the Heart of Korea
Av Lindy S. Curry, Chan-Eun Park
E-bok, 1999
698 kr
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The power of love within families; the complexities of relationships; the rites of passage for birth, coming of age, marriage, and death-these are some of the themes covered in this wonderful volume. Author and storyteller Lindy Soon Curry offers us 25 enchanting tales that foster understanding of …
Folk Stories of the Hmong
Peoples of Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam
Av Dia Cha, Norma J. Livo
E-bok, 1991
739 kr
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Hmong culture has had an oral tradition for millennia, but the language itself did not even exist in written form until the 1950s. Compiled by famed author and storyteller Norma Livo and coauthor, Dia Cha, this is the first collection of authentic Hmong tales to be published commercially in the …
From the Mango Tree and Other Folktales from Nepal
Av Kavita Ram Shrestha, Sarah Lamstein
E-bok, 1997
698 kr
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This collection of tales, the only one of its kind currently available in the United States, introduces you to the treasures of an ancient and rapidly changing culture. Selected and translated by Kavita Ram Shrestha of Nepal, the 15 stories range in tone from the playful to the haunting. From a …
Hyena and the Moon
Stories to Tell from Kenya
E-bok, 1994
698 kr
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Gathered from 7 of the more than 40 ethnic groups of Kenya, these stores are brought to you both as original translations and as lively, ready-to-use retellings. Ethnic groups respresented are the Kikuyu, Turkana, Akamba, Kipsigis, Taita, Luhya, and Samburu. Cultural and historical background …
Jasmine and Coconuts
South Indian Tales
Av Cathy Spagnoli, Paramasi Samanna
E-bok, 1999
733 kr
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Lush tropical lands, exotic flora and fauna, colorful clothing, and the spirit and influence of Hinduism are some of the wonders to be seen in Southern India. Among the many lively sounds are the those of traditional and contemporary stories as found in this collection. Tales of tricksters, heroes, …
Tales from the Heart of the Balkans
Av Bonnie Marshall, Vasa D. Mihailovich
E-bok, 2001
698 kr
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The diverse peoples of the former Yugoslavia offer us a rich folk tradition with lively tales to delight readers of all ages. Marshall has selected 33 stories that represent all major population groups of the region, including South Slavic, Yugoslav Albanian, and Yugoslav Romany. Translated from …
Tales from the Taiwanese
E-bok, 2004
733 kr
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Although there are many collections of Chinese folktales, few if any focus specifically on the tales of Taiwan, which have evolved in a tradition separate and distinct from that of mainland China. This wonderful sampling of more than 20 Taiwanese tales will appeal to all ages, illuminating …
Corn Woman
Stories and Legends of the Hispanic Southwest
Av Angel Vigil
E-bok, 1994
688 kr
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The culture, history, and spirit of the Hispanic Southwest are brought to readers through this fascinating collection of 45 cuentos (stories and legends) from the region. From ancient creation myths of the Aztecs and traditional tales of Spanish colonialists to an eclectic sampling of the work of …
Eagle on the Cactus
Traditional Stories from Mexico
Av Angel Vigil
E-bok, 2000
688 kr
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This beautiful tapestry of traditional tales, history, folk arts, and dance offers you a glimpse into the living legacy of Mexican folklore. After an overview of Mexico's history from the Mesoamerican indigenous era to modern times, Vigil explores the fascinating traditions of Oaxacan wood carving, …
Enchanted Wood and Other Tales from Finland
E-bok, 1999
698 kr
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Some of the world's oldest and richest folk traditions come from a country that most Americans know very little about-Finland (or Suomi). The fifth largest country in Europe (in land size), Finland is home to the third true folk epic, The Kalevala (The Land of Heroes). It is a country of lush …
Magic Egg and Other Tales from Ukraine
E-bok, 1997
763 kr
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Discover Ukraine's long and fascinating history, its rich folk literature, and its deep cultural roots. A historical overview and an introduction to Ukrainian folk literature are followed by 33 traditional tales-humorous animal tales, instructive fables, how and why stories, heroic legends, and …
Snow Maiden and Other Russian Tales
E-bok, 2004
698 kr
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In this delightful collection, you'll find more than 30 Russian tales—animal tales, fairy tales, tales of everyday life, and tales of spirits and the supernatural. You'll discover new renditions of familiar and beloved tales, as well as a number of obscure spirit tales, which were officially …
Why Ostriches Don't Fly and Other Tales from the African Bush
E-bok, 1997
701 kr
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Ancestors of the nomadic group called San (or Bushmen) once roamed the northern territories of Africa and the Mediterranean. Now inhabiting the Kalahari desert (the place that dried up long ago) in South Africa, these fascinating people are known for their astonishing memory, extraordinary talents …
Images of a People
Tlingit Myths and Legends
Av Mary Pelton, Jacquelle DiGennaro
E-bok, 1992
678 kr
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In the first part of this book, the authors introduce us to the Tlingit culture, history, land, and traditional art forms. The second part is a collection of 22 tales, from creation myths and religious stories to stories that teach familial values. A bibliography, an index, color photographs, and …
Mayan Folktales, Cuentos folklóricos mayas
Av Susan A. Thompson, Keith S. Thompson m. fl.
E-bok, 2007
780 kr
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Discover the traditional stories of the Mayan people of Mexico and Central and South America, and learn about Mayan culture. In this collection you'll find such tales as Uncle Rabbit, Uncle Coyote, How the Serpent was Born, The Moon, The Screamer of the Night, and more than 25 other tales ranging …
Flower of Paradise and Other Armenian Tales
E-bok, 2007
698 kr
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This enchanting sampling of traditional Armenian tales was gathered by the author in her travels and translated from Russian sources. A broad selection of more than 50 tales are organized by type-myths and legends, animal tales, fairy tales, stories of everyday life, and wits and dimwits. Readers …
Folktales from the Japanese Countryside
E-bok, 2007
733 kr
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From one of Japan's most popular and respected storytellers, this collection introduces readers to more than 40 wonderous tales from rural Japan—many that have not previously been seen or heard—from animal tales and tales of supernatural beings to stories about village characters and priests and …
Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands
Av Theo Meder
E-bok, 2007
683 kr
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Here is a broad sampling of traditional and contemporary Dutch tales that will entertain and inform readers and listeners of all ages. From animal tales and tales of magic to religious and realistic stories, and contemporary urban legends, you'll find in this collection scores of tales, riddles, …
English Folktales
E-bok, 2005
683 kr
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This enchanting collection of traditional English folktales reflects the depth and diversity of the folk heritage of Britain, and illustrates the ties between stories, land, and people. The editors present an enticing assortment of more than 50 tales, gathered from practicing storytellers and …
Brazilian Folktales
Av Livia Maria M. de Almeida, Ana Maria Portella m. fl.
E-bok, 2006
763 kr
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A rich brew of more than 40 traditional Brazilian tales—from creation stories and stories of enchantment to animal and trickster tales—draws on the varied cultural traditions of indigenous peoples, people of African descent, those of European (and particularly Portuguese) descent, and mixtures of …
Magic Lotus Lantern and Other Tales from the Han Chinese
Av Haiwang Yuan
E-bok, 2006
733 kr
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Focusing specifically on the stories of the Han Chinese (the largest ethnic group in China, numbering over a billion people), this collection presents more than 50 tales, both well known and obscure—from Monkeys Fishing the Moon and The Butterfly Lovers to Painted Skin and Dragon Princess. These …
Folktales from the Arabian Peninsula
Tales of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen
Av Nadia Jameel Taibah, Margaret Read MacDonald
E-bok, 2015
768 kr
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This unique and diverse selection of traditional folktales from the countries of the Arabian Peninsula appeals to a broad audience, ranging from storytellers and educators to folklorists and scholars. A unique compilation of stories, Folktales from the Arabian Peninsula includes tales from seven …
Magic Egg and Other Tales from Ukraine
Inbunden, 1997
523 kr
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Discover Ukraine's long and fascinating history, its rich folk literature, and its deep cultural roots. A historical overview and an introduction to Ukrainian folk literature are followed by 33 traditional tales-humorous animal tales, instructive fables, how and why stories, heroic legends, and …
Celtic Breeze
Stories of the Otherworld from Scotland, Ireland, and Wales
Inbunden, 2001
711 kr
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Delve into a world of kelpies, mermaids, selkies, ghosts, warlords, and fairies. This collection gives you Celtic tales, previously unrecorded or only found in obscure compilations. Mostly collected by the author on her ancestral home of the Isle of Barra in the Hebrides, these lesser-known tales …
Indonesian Folktales
Av Murti Bunanta, Margaret Read MacDonald
Inbunden, 2003
825 kr
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The world's largest archipelago, Indonesia is home to hundreds of ethnic groups with diverse cultures and languages. Focusing on the rich heritage of the country, this latest addition to the highly acclaimed World Folklore Series presents 29 stories from across Indonesia, most of which have never …
Gadi Mirrabooka
Australian Aboriginal Tales from the Dreaming
Av Pauline E. McLeod, Francis Firebrace Jones m. fl.
Inbunden, 2001
817 kr
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Take a journey into the fascinating world of Australia's Aboriginal culture with this unique collection of 33 authentic, unaltered stories brought to you by three Aboriginal storyteller custodians! Unlike other compilations of tales that were modified and published without permission from the …
