Books with title Folk Tales from Chile

This collection of Chinese stories begins with the great legends of how Earth and Heaven came into being, and of how the archer Yi rid the Emperor Yao of the menace of the ten suns. Engrossing folk tales about ghosts and rainmakers, poor students and magicians, and the man who was nearly made into fishpaste flesh out Chinese culture, character, and customs. Throughout all these stories, the author has kept the subtle oriental flavour of the originals, bringing to life all the magic and mystery of China.

Originally published in 1906, this collection of folklore from the Himalayas contains 56 stories, each offering a glimpse into the fascinating culture of hill-folk of Northern India. Hippocrene Books is pleased to bring these rare and treasured stories back into print for today's readers. Here are tales of Rajahs and princesses, magicians and witches, enchanted jackals, monkeys, and snakes who can speak like humans, and a host of other characters that will delight children and adults. While some of the stories have their counterparts in western folklore and mythology, many will introduce readers young and old alike to a new world of enchantment. Part of a vanishing way of life, the stories in this collection allow a whole new generation of readers to appreciate the culture, traditions, and folklore of the Himalayan people.

We are a world of nearly seven billion people separated by geography, culture and belief, but are we really that different? The World Favorite Fables series was created to answer the question by sharing the stories and life-lessons that we pass down to our children, who, in turn, pass down to theirs. These stories are not only entertaining and fun, but they provide exposure to the world to better equip our children to interact on a more global level. Each book aims to: Entertain Beautifully written and illustrated fables will delight small children, young readers and parents alike. Destined to be a favorite, your family will come back to this book again and again. Educate Experience life lessons as children do from cultures around the world. A Message section is included after every story for parents to discuss with children, or for children to ponder on their own. Stimulate It is no secret that adding a second language to your child s education can generate improvements in standardized test scores, creativity and cognitive abilities. Reap the benefits while providing an engaging read for children experiencing the second language presented in this book. We hope you enjoy this book and the series. Let us know what you think!

Allen Rodman's ability to reconstruct his childhood adventures with the insight of the very young reader is a remarkable testimony to the life-long impressions our childhoods bestow upon us. These heartwarming, happy tales of yesteryear are written with an innocence and genuine humor by the author who lived within the stories. For young and old alike these Tale From Childhood will leave lasting images of what fun it is to be a child and a reminder of the value of imagination.