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Wisdom Tales from Around the World
Author | : Heather Forest |
Publsiher | : august house |
Total Pages | : 164 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 0874834791 |
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A collection of traditional stories from around the world, reflecting the cumulative wisdom of Sufi, Zen, Taoist, Buddhist, Jewish, Christian, African, and Native American cultures.
Doorways to the Soul
Author | : Elisa Davy Pearmain |
Publsiher | : Wipf and Stock Publishers |
Total Pages | : 161 |
Release | : 2007-12-10 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781556357404 |
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Winner of the Storytelling World Honor Award, 1999 Stories hold the promise of illuminating generation after generation of listeners with truths at each new telling. In this delightful collection of wisdom tales, parables, and anecdotes from around the world, Elisa Pearmain offers an uplifting story for each week of the year to invite persons of all ages to discover the universal power of Once upon a time . . . Presenting timeless tales from a panoply of cultures, along with questions for reflection, she gives creative suggestions to strengthen our connection to our spiritual selves and to the wondrously diverse world around us.
Wonder Tales from Around the World
Author | : Anonim |
Publsiher | : august house |
Total Pages | : 166 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 0874834228 |
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Includes twenty-seven folktales from Europe, Asia, Africa, India, the Arctic, and the Americas.
Tales of Wisdom and Justice
Author | : Pleasant DeSpain |
Publsiher | : august house |
Total Pages | : 84 |
Release | : 2005-12-15 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 0874836719 |
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A collection of short folktales from Mexico, Israel, Poland, and other places, demonstrating wisdom and justice.
One Hundred Wisdom Stories
Author | : Margaret Silf |
Publsiher | : Lion Books |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9780745955414 |
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A fascinating and wide-ranging anthology of wisdom stories from different cultures all over the world and different time periods This vivid and varied collection of stories is gathered together by an experienced and well-respected author and speaker from a wide range of time periods and cultures around the world. Stories can be a powerful means of communication; each of these stories has a spiritual message at its heart, meaning that they can be read at many different levels and enjoyed by all. They are ideal for personal use and will also be a valuable resource for church leaders and school teachers. Divided into eight thematic sections, underlying story topics include: The Created Universe; Human Relationships; Rites of Passage; A World in Pieces; Suffering, Healing, Growth; The Journey to the True Self; The Road to Transformation; and The Dream Fulfilled.
Tales of Wisdom and Wonder
Author | : Hugh Lupton |
Publsiher | : Barefoot Books |
Total Pages | : 67 |
Release | : 2019-09-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781782856597 |
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This award-winning collection of 7 traditional tales from around the world shows children the importance of looking beyond appearances. Niamh Sharkey's distinctive illustrations throughout will delight young readers.
Elder Tales
Author | : Dan Keding |
Publsiher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Total Pages | : 205 |
Release | : 2007-11-30 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 9780313096068 |
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Traditional folktales from around the world celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders, presenting them as crones, wise men, sages, magic helpers, and fools. Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies. It is also a fine resource for storytellers performing in senior centers, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. Think folk and fairy tales are all about mischievous animals, beautiful princesses, and handsome princes? Think again. One of the most prominent themes in folklore is that of the strength and role of the elders, a theme that deserves revisiting today. This collection gathers traditional folktales from around the world to celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders. Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies.
World Folklore for Storytellers Tales of Wonder Wisdom Fools and Heroes
Author | : Howard J Sherman |
Publsiher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 400 |
Release | : 2014-12-18 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 9781317451648 |
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Here is a treasury of favorite and little known tales from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and Oceania, gracefully retold and accompanied by fascinating, detailed information of their historic and cultural backgrounds. The introduction provides an informative overview of folklore, its purpose in world cultures and in contemporary society and popular culture. Following this, the main sections of the book are arranged by tale type, covering wonder tales, hero tales, tales of kindness repaid and hope and redemption, and finally tales of fools and wise people. Each section begins by comparing the tales cross-culturally, explaining similarities and differences in the folkloric narratives. Tales from diverse cultures are then presented, introduced, and retold in a highly readable fashion.