Folktales Retold

Author : Daisy Johnson,Kirsty Logan,Emma Glass,Eimear McBride,Natasha Carthew,Mahsuda Snaith,Naomi Booth,Liv Little,Imogen Hermes Gowar,Irenosen Okojie
Publisher : Virago
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780349013589

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Hag by Daisy Johnson,Kirsty Logan,Emma Glass,Eimear McBride,Natasha Carthew,Mahsuda Snaith,Naomi Booth,Liv Little,Imogen Hermes Gowar,Irenosen Okojie Pdf

'Engaging, modern fables with a feminist tang' Sunday Times DARK, POTENT AND UNCANNY, HAG BURSTS WITH THE UNTOLD STORIES OF OUR ISLES, CAPTURED IN VOICES AS VARIED AS THEY ARE VIVID. Here are sisters fighting for the love of the same woman, a pregnant archaeologist unearthing impossible bones and lost children following you home. A panther runs through the forests of England and pixies prey upon violent men. From the islands of Scotland to the coast of Cornwall, the mountains of Galway to the depths of the Fens, these forgotten folktales howl, cackle and sing their way into the 21st century, wildly reimagined by some of the most exciting women writing in Britain and Ireland today. 'A thoroughly original package that has a hint of Angela Carter' The Times 'Sharp writing and cleverly done' Spectator

Author : Amie A. Doughty
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-14
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0786480467

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Folktales Retold by Amie A. Doughty Pdf

Folktales and fairy tales are living stories; as part of the oral tradition, they change and evolve as they are retold from generation to generation. In the last thirty years, however, revision has become an art form of its own, with tales intentionally revised to achieve humorous effect, send political messages, add different cultural or regional elements, try out new narrative voices, and more. These revisions take all forms, from short stories to novel-length narratives to poems, plays, musicals, films and advertisements. The resulting tales paint the tales from myriad perspectives, using the broad palette of human creativity. This study examines folktale revisions from many angles, drawing on examples primarily from revisions of Western European traditional tales, such as those of the Grimm Brothers and Charles Perrault. Also discussed are new folktales that combine traditional storylines with commentary on modern life. The conclusion considers how revisionists poke fun at and struggle to understand stories that sometimes made little sense to start with.

Author : Shankar
Publisher : Children's Book Trust
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 817011697X

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Folk Tales Retold by Shankar Pdf

A Man Of An Ass , The King'S Choice , The Clever Calf , A Woman'S Wit , And The Beggar King Make This Collection.

Author : Roger Abrahams
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307803191

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African Folktales by Roger Abrahams Pdf

The deep forest and broad savannah, the campsites, kraals, and villages—from this immense area south of the Sahara Desert the distinguished American folklorist Roger D. Abrahams has selected ninety-five tales that suggest both the diversity and the interconnectedness of the people who live there. The storytellers weave imaginative myths of creation and tales of epic deeds, chilling ghost stories, and ribald tales of mischief and magic in the animal and human realms. Abrahams renders these stories in a narrative voice that reverberates with the rhythms of tribal song and dance and the emotional language of universal concerns. With black-and-white drawings throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

Author : Livia Maria M. de Almeida,Ana Maria Portella,Margaret Read MacDonald
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2006-03-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780897899727

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Brazilian Folktales by Livia Maria M. de Almeida,Ana Maria Portella,Margaret Read MacDonald Pdf

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 these groups. The stories are retold by today's accomplished Brazilian storytellers. Also includes background information on the country and the tales, color photographs, traditional recipes, and children's games. Brazil, the largest country in South America, covers a vast terrain that ranges from the tropical rain forests of the Amazon basin and upland farms, to towering mountains and sandy beaches; from highly populated urban centers to virtually inaccessible interior jungle regions. Its population is composed of indigenous peoples (e.g., Tupy, Kaxinawa, Taulipang), people of African descent, those of European (mostly Portuguese) descent, and mixtures of these groups. Drawing on the varied cultural traditions and ethnic diversity of the country, this collection offers readers a rich brew of traditional Brazilian tales—from creation stories and stories of enchantment to animal and trickster tales. More than 40 stories are included, along with background information, color photographs, recipes, and games. There are very few collections of Brazilian folktales currently available in English, and none with this depth and range. This is a wonderful treasury for storytellers, folklorists, and educators. Also a great resource for educators planning units on the Amazon rain forest! All grade levels.

Author : Haiwang Yuan,Awang Kunga,Bo Li
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216155911

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Tibetan Folktales by Haiwang Yuan,Awang Kunga,Bo Li Pdf

This collection of folktales provides readers with an extensive overview of the breadth of Tibetan culture, revealing the character of the region and its people as well as their traditional customs and values. Most Westerners are unlikely to travel to the mountainous region of East Asia and experience the Tibetan people and their culture directly. This book provides a way to experience and learn about this remote nation through carefully selected Tibetan folktales that provide readers with a unique glimpse into Tibet's culture, its people, and the land itself through the window of folklore. Providing a unique resource that can serve both as a storytime aid for educators who work with primary school students and a valuable reference for Eastern folklorists, Tibetan Folktales contains more than 30 traditional Tibetan stories that give readers a taste of the land, people, culture, history, religion, and psyche of this remote country. The tales are gathered from contemporary Tibetan storytellers and translated from written sources to represent the rich oral and written literary tradition of Tibet's culture. In addition, the book supplies tutorials for Tibetan crafts and games, a sample of recipes, and photographs and illustrations that create a multidimensional experience of Tibetan culture.

Author : Margaret Gordon Arnold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 93 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1926
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN : LCCN:26007580

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Folk Tales Retold by Margaret Gordon Arnold Pdf

Author : L. Somi Roy,Thangjam Hindustani Devi
Publisher : Penguin Random House India Private Limited
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2024-01-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9789357088862

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Feathers, Fools and Farts: Folktales from Manipur by L. Somi Roy,Thangjam Hindustani Devi Pdf

Be warned. These ten wacky stories in Feathers, Fools, and Farts: Manipuri Folktales Retold from Manipur, perched on India's border with Myanmar, are not for scaredy-cats. Nor for those of you who do not enjoy a hearty laugh or a good cry. And if you try to copy the foolishness of the characters, animal and human, in these folktales, you just might turn into a tiger, get stung by a swarm of bees, or even get poo'ed on. If, however, you believe in strange romances, admire bravery, and like magic and sorcery, this book is for you, wherever you are.

Author : Margaret Gordon Arnold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258128349

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Folk Tales Retold by Margaret Gordon Arnold Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1990-09-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0001853562

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Folk Tales Retold by Anonim Pdf

Author : Joanna Cole
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 818 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1983-08-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780385189491

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Best-Loved Folktales of the World by Joanna Cole Pdf

This collection of over two hundred folk and fairy tales from all over the world is the only edition that encompasses all cultures. Arranged geographically by region—West and East Europe, British Isles, Scandinavia, and Northern Europe, Middle East, Asia, the Pacific, Africa, North America, the Carribean and West Indies, and Central and South America—and lovingly selected from the personal favorites of folklorists and writers, this book is a major anthology in its field. Gathered together in this wide-ranging collection are familiar classics like "Snow-White" and "Sleeping Beauty," and stories that equal them from all major cultures. Together they offer magic, adventure, laughter, reflection, vivid images, and a throng of colorful characters. More important, they offer insight into the oral traditions of different cultures and deal with universal human dilemmas that span differences of age, culture, and geography. Animal fables, proverbs, ghost stories, funny tales, and tales of enchantment provide a unique reading experience for all ages. A category index groups the tales by plot and character, e.g., humorous, supernatural, and "pourquoi" tales, married couples, enchanted sweethearts, etc. Like all great literature, these tales can be read with fascination on many levels, making Best-Loved Folktales of the World a classic and enduring collection.

Author : Nghia M. Vo
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780786490608

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Legends of Vietnam by Nghia M. Vo Pdf

Legends are a mirror of the culture that creates them, a revealing lens through which to observe society, religion, history, and traditions. This volume explores Vietnamese legends from 1321 to today—tales of gods, spirits, ghosts, giants, extraordinary individuals, heroes, common people, and animals. It explains the mores, thought processes, and religions that formed the genesis of Vietnamese legends, traces the development of legends through time and space, and highlights the historical and social differences between northern and southern legends. Over time, this work shows, Vietnamese legends have evolved from a 14th century means of government propaganda to become a form of news, entertainment, and thought for the masses.

Author : Frederick Y Lagbao
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1996-09-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0789118947

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Retold by Frederick Y Lagbao Pdf

Author : Allyssa McCabe,MinJeong Kim
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781666912890

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Perspectives on East and Southeast Asian Folktales by Allyssa McCabe,MinJeong Kim Pdf

Perspectives on East and Southeast Asian Folktales is a multidisciplinary examination of folktales that are unfamiliar to Western audiences. Examining folktales from countries like Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Burma, China, Japan, and Korea, the contributors consider various aspects: including identity issues, morals, collectivism, violence, scatological references, language socialization, representation of Buddhist values, emotional competence, as well as folktales' relationship to idioms and narrative structure. Highlighting differences and similarities between East and Southeast Asian and Western folktales, this volume promotes memorable understanding of East and Southeast Asian cultures and their oral traditions.

Author : Margaret Read MacDonald
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-06-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781440835285

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Storyteller's Sampler by Margaret Read MacDonald Pdf

Looking for fresh ideas to liven up your storytimes? Here you'll find a wonderfully diverse collection of easy-to-tell tales from around the world, along with tips and profiles of the storytellers featured in the book. Ideal for educators and others who work with young children, these stories have been selected because they are easy for anyone to tell, even novices, and they readily engage listeners. Along with each tale, you'll find a profile of the "teller" who provides it, adding a cultural dimension to help you and your audiences better understand the context. There are also tips to improve your programs. In addition to storytimes, this guide can be used for read-alouds, or even silent reading with older children. Whether you are a librarian, educator, or parent, Storyteller's Sampler: Tales from Tellers around the World will help you keep children entertained—all while encouraging their learning and development.