Books with title Tell Me A Story: Timeless Folktales from Around the World

From the banks of the mighty Mississippi to a sparkling stream in Kyoto, from the misty moors of Scotland to Africa's folktale forests, listeners will be transported as legendary heroes, mythical maidens, and talented tricksters weave their magic. These stories from the popular newspaper column Tell Me a Story, read by eight of the stage and screen's most talented actors, with music by renowned composer Laura Hall, will delight listeners from five to 95.

How can a thirsty crow drink from an almost-empty pitcher? How does arresting a stone help a judge find a boy's stolen money? This artfully illustrated book presents fourteen intriguing mysteries from world folklore. Each brain-teasing tale is followed by a simple explanation of the solution, while notes at the back of the book describe the origins of these classic mysteries.