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1 online resource (xxvi, 129 pages) : While Greek myths are well known and amply represented, very few Greek folktales have been published in English. Now these acclaimed authors make 20 captivating folktales accessible to readers outside of Greece. Newly translated and retold, the stories range from the profound to the lighthearted, the haunting to the hilarious, and the spiritual to the secular. Numerous accompanying photographs and drawings illustrate aspects of Greek life and traditional folklore motifs. Perfect for storytimes and read-alouds, the tales will appeal to both young and old Includes bibliographical references (pages 119-121) and index Supernatural beings. Mirsina -- Loukas and Kalothia -- Anthousa, Xanthousa, Chrisomalousa -- The snake tree Tales of transformation. The crab -- The seven ravens -- Brother and sister -- The goat girl Clever folk. Kallo and the goblins -- Stahtoyannis -- What is the quickest thing on Earth? -- Thodora Stories with strong morals. Human greed -- Three good pieces of advice -- Alexander the Great and the mermaid -- The princess and the salt Humorous stories. The axe and Yannis -- Parents' blessing -- The spiteful couple -- The eggs Print

Author

Soula Mitakidou; Anthony L. Manna; Melpomeni Kanatsouli

Publisher

Conn. : Libraries Unlimited

Published

2002

Language

EN

ISBN

9781563089084

Subjects

Science, Folklore, Anthropology