folklore

Explains how a botched mission by two angels created the town of fools known as Chelm.

A poor Chinese scholar is invited to match his cricket in a fight against the Emperor's. Then his son accidentally kills the cricket.

Discusses how people throughout the ages explained the sun, moon, stars, rainbows, and thunderstorms and presents several traditional tales from around the world that embody their beliefs and observations.

Retells the story of the great turtle Makinauk that enlists the aid of other animals to help create the special place known as Mackinac Island.

Beninese storyteller Mama brings together myths from the tropics. Features resourceful animals and memorable characters, complemented with rich, vibrant and witty artwork.

The tsar of the sea is so impressed with Sadko's music that he offers him a gift in exchange for a promise.

A collection of Indian legends about the stars, moon, and nighttime sky.

This book traces the history of African American folklore, from the 1500s to the present time, describing the influences of West African traditions, the folklore of northwestern Europe, Christianity, and African American culture and history as it changed over 500 years.

A magical boy grants a poor flower-seller's every wish until the greedy and ungrateful man grows tired of the boy's unpleasant behavior and sends him away.

A collection of Indian legends about the stars, moon, and nighttime sky.