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African proverbs for all ages
by Johnnetta B. Cole
It has been said that a proverb is a short sentence based on long experience. African Proverbs is An Oprah Book about the power of proverbs, how they evolve over time, and the wisdom of various cultures in Africa. Whether you're young or old, proverbs can open your mind to new ways of seeing the world.
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The sea-ringed world : sacred stories of the Americas
by MarÃa GarcÃa Esperón
Presents a collection of stories from nations and cultures across our two continents, the Sea-Ringed World, as the Aztecs called it, from the edge of Argentina all the way up to Alaska.
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Chia and the fox man : an Alaskan Dena'ina fable
by Barbara J. Atwater
A lavishly illustrated modern adaptation of a traditional Dena’ina folktale traces a poor boy’s encounter with fabled Fox Man and his efforts to do the right thing to save his village. By the creators of How the Raven Got His Crooked Nose.
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Mythopedia : an encyclopedia of mythical beasts and their magical tales
by Good Wives and Warriors
From the West African fable of Anansi the Spider, to Michabo, the magical hare who rebuilt the world and Tanuki, the sweet but troublesome raccoon-dog of Japanese folklore, Mythopedia is an encyclopedia of mythical creatures that covers legends, tales and myths from around the world.
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The very short, entirely true history of mermaids
by Sarah Laskow
A full-color guide to mermaid mythology, science and history separates fact from lore to provide coverage of famous mermaid stories, the theories surrounding historical sightings and the role of the mermaid in international fantasy culture.
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Star stories : constellation tales from around the world
by Anita Ganeri
For thousands of years people have looked up to the night sky and told stories about the stars. These epic tales tell of vengeful gods and goddesses, of monsters and heroes. Others try to make sense of the natural world, or unravel the mysterious forces of the universe. This stunning book brings together 23 of these legends from all over the world: from Ancient Greece to North America, Egypt, China, India, and the South Pacific.
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Thai children's favorite stories : fables, myths, legends and fairy tales
by Marian Davies Toth
A collection of cherished fables, myths, legends and fairy tales from Thailand that have been passed down through generations of Thai families. The nine stories feature beautiful princesses, warring gods and goddesses, playful children, and wily tigers against a backdrop of traditional Thai village life.
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Cinderella liberator
by Rebecca Solnit
Cinderella's fairy godmother helps her to attend a ball and then to liberate herself, the prince, the animal helpers, and even her stepmother and stepsisters.
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Chinese Myths and Legends : The Monkey King and Other Adventures
by Shelley Fu
Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love.
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Korean children's favorite stories : fables, myths and fairy tales
by So-un Kim
This multicultural Korean children's book presents Korean fairy tales and other folk stories-providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. This is a captivating collection of Korean folktales for children which are still being told, just as they have been for generations.
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A year full of stories
by Angela McAllister
A collection of 52 myths, fairy tales and legends from around the world includes a story for every week of the year, organized by month, highlighting internationally celebrated dates and seasonal events and festivals, from Valentine's Day to the International Day of Friendship.
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Once upon a tune : stories from the orchestra
by James Mayhew
You can battle trolls with Peer Gynt in The Hall of the Mountain King; grapple with a magic broom in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, meet the evil Witch of the North in The Swan of Tuonela, sail the seven seas with Sinbad the Sailor in Scheherazade; be a prince disguised as a bee in The Flight of the Bumblebee, and become a fearless hero in William Tell.
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A Bedtime Full of Stories
by Angela McAllister
There's always time for a bedtime story, so snuggle up and get ready to drift off to the land of nod with this collection of magical tales that includes both well-known classics and lesser-known treasures from Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania, North America, the Middle East and Latin America.
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The secret of the tattered shoes
by Jackie Morris
The Secret of the Tattered Shoes is a fresh interpretation of the beloved fairytale The Twelve Dancing Princesses.
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The singing rock : & other brand-new fairy tales
by Nathaniel Lachenmeyer
Sumptuously rendered graphic-novel adaptations of four original fairy tales include the story of a genie who tries to grant a wish for his accidental rescuer, a completely disinterested frog.
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