| Wise Women: Folk and Fairy Tales from Around the World Contributor(s): Barchers, Suzanne (Author), Mullineaux, Leann (Author) |
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ISBN: 1563085925 ISBN-13: 9781563085925 Publisher: Libraries Unlimited OUR PRICE: $34.65 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 1997 Annotation: Strong women who prevail and triumph using their intelligence, courage, or resourcefulness are celebrated in this gathering of stories for all ages. It features legends, folklore, and fairy tales from such far-flung places as the Punjab, Africa, China, Japan, the Middle East, and Europe and from places close at hand-Hawaii, New England, and the Ozarks. Some of the tales are reprinted from their original telling, others are completely retold. All are excellent for read-alouds, story time, or reading programs. Also of interest to students of literature, storytelling, or women's studies. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Criticism | Children's & Young Adult Literature - Social Science | Folklore & Mythology - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Reading & Phonics |
| Dewey: 398.208 |
| Physical Information: 0.84" H x 6.04" W x 9.19" (1.28 lbs) 338 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Strong women who prevail and triumph using their intelligence, courage, or resourcefulness are celebrated in this gathering of stories for all ages. It features legends, folklore, and fairy tales from such far-flung places as the Punjab, Africa, China, Japan, the Middle East, and Europe and from places close at hand-Hawaii, New England, and the Ozarks. Some of the tales are reprinted from their original telling, others are completely retold. All are excellent for read-alouds, story time, or reading programs. Also of interest to students of literature, storytelling, or women's studies. |
