William Elliot Griffis
William Elliot Griffis was an American orientalist, Congregational minister, lecturer, and prolific author.
Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks
Enter a world rich with mermaids, devious elves, and the consequences of choices, where Dutch folklore comes alive through whimsical adventures and moral teachings.
By William Elliot Griffis
Welsh Fairy Tales
Discover a world where valiant maidens outsmart powerful monsters and compassion triumphs over greed.
By William Elliot Griffis
John Chambers, Servant of Christ and Master of Hearts, and His Ministry in Philadelphia
Discover how one 19th-century preacher touched countless lives, leaving behind a legacy of faith and virtue that continues to inspire.
By William Elliot Griffis
Swiss Fairy Tales
Listen as a grandmother spins yarns of magical creatures and daring endeavors, transporting her family—and you—to a land of Swiss legends and folklore.
By William Elliot Griffis
Charles Carleton Coffin: War Correspondent, Traveller, Author, and Statesman
Witness the remarkable journey of a man whose pen shaped history, from the battlefields of the Civil War to the halls of American influence.
By William Elliot Griffis
Belgian Fairy Tales
In a land of fairy tales and looming war, a young boy and his horse stand ready to face both magic and the changing world.
By William Elliot Griffis
Matthew Calbraith Perry: A Typical American Naval Officer
Discover how one American naval officer's life was a testament to military strength that forever changed global trade dynamics by opening distant shores.
By William Elliot Griffis
Sir William Johnson and the Six Nations
Amidst cultural clashes and colonial ambitions, one man walks a tightrope between settlers and the powerful Iroquois Confederacy, forever altering the destiny of a nation.
By William Elliot Griffis
Japanese Fairy World Stories from the Wonder-Lore of Japan
Enter a world where stars fall in love and frogs go on amazing adventures, revealing a land full of age-old wonders and delightful lessons.
By William Elliot Griffis
Korean Fairy Tales
Venture into a world of uncouth tigers, playful sprites, and ancient wisdom, where enchanting Korean folklore unveils timeless lessons.
By William Elliot Griffis
Corea: The Hermit Nation
Journey back in time to discover how an isolated kingdom navigated its way through a world of rising empires and ancient traditions.
By William Elliot Griffis
Bonnie Scotland and what we owe her
Embark on a journey to discover the enchanting landscapes and untold stories of a beloved nation, and learn the remarkable contributions made to the world.
By William Elliot Griffis
The Religions of Japan, from the Dawn of History to the Era of MĂ©iji
Embark on a exploration of ancient Japan, where native and foreign faiths combine, and animistic traditions merge to mold the nation's spiritual essence.
By William Elliot Griffis