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Urban legends

2006
This book is a collection of urban myths and incredible stories, such as amazing lawsuits, humiliating misfortunes, and embarrassing mistakes.

The adventures of Hershel of Ostropol

1995
Stories about a clever man who lived by his wits as his pockets were always empty.

Iktomi loses his eyes

a Plains Indian story
1999
Iktomi the trickster finds himself in a predicament after losing his eyes when he misuses a magical trick.

Bigfoot

1995
Examines the legends and mysteries about the existence of Sasquatch.

The legend of Sleepy Hollow

1987
A superstitious schoolmaster, in love with a wealthy farmer's daughter, has a terrifying encounter with a headless horseman.

The white stag

1979
Retells the legendary story of the Huns' and Magyars' long migration from Asia to Europe where they hope to find a permanent home.

The names upon the harp

Irish myth and legend
2000
Nine Irish myths and legends are retold in this richly illustrated collection, in which the Mythological, Ulster, and Fenian cycles of early Irish literature are all represented.

Shingebiss

an Ojibwe legend
1997
Shingebiss the duck bravely challenges the Winter Maker and manages to find enough food to survive a long, harsh winter.

The girl who married the moon

tales from Native North America
1994
Includes sixteen stories that celebrate the passage from girlhood to womanhood.

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