Folklore
Explore a rich collection of folklore books that capture the essence of cultures and traditions from around the world. Unearth tales of mythical creatures, heroes, and timeless stories passed down through generations. This category offers a treasure trove of classic tales that provide insight into the beliefs and values of different societies. Enjoy a journey through the captivating world of folklore that speaks to the human experience.
Traditions of the Tinguian: a Study in Philippine Folk-Lore
Embark on an exploration of early 20th century Philippine life through myths, rituals, and everyday tales, revealing a community’s identity.
By Fay-Cooper Cole
Philippine Folklore Stories
Discover a world where mountain kings reward loyalty, tiny insects teach valuable lessons, and brave heroines battle dark forces, revealing the heart of Filipino culture.
By John Maurice Miller
Indian Tales
In colonial India, a young writer's ambitions collide with past lives, sparking a series of adventures woven with themes of creativity, culture, and reincarnation.
By Rudyard Kipling
Algonquin Indian Tales
Venture into a world of tricksters, feasts, and transformative storytelling, where two children discover the timeless magic of Algonquin folklore within the warmth of a native wigwam.
By Egerton Ryerson Young
Celtic Tales, Told to the Children
In a realm of ancient legends, love and destiny become entwined, leading to heartbreak amidst magic and prophecy.
By Louey Chisholm
Algonquin Legends of New England
** Embark on a journey through the ancient myths of Northeastern tribes, where a benevolent hero battles his evil twin to shape the world and its people.
By Charles Godfrey Leland
Folk-Lore and Legends: North American Indian
Magic and legends collide as scorned lovers and cultural figures grapple with nature, morality, and the human condition.
By Anonymous
Japanese Fairy Tales
Discover a world where brave warriors battle serpent-dragons and kind old men face the consequences of cruelty, filled with Japanese folklore and moral teachings.
By Yei Theodora Ozaki
Viking Tales
In a world of mighty warriors and ancient legends, a young boy's ambition ignites a quest for kingship, filled with daring voyages and epic clashes.
By Jennie Hall
Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate
Explore enchanting islands and supernatural encounters while learning of the clash between explorers, natives, and mystical beliefs.
By Charles M. (Charles Montgomery) Skinner
Philippine Folk-Tales
Friendship turns sour, and a farmer gains the ability to become unseen as old stories teach valuable life lessons from the islands.
By Clara Kern Bayliss
Myths and Legends of China
Uncover the ancient narratives of China, where legendary heroes, powerful gods, and captivating folklore intertwine to shape a civilization's identity and soul.
By E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers) Werner
Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen
Discover a world of Slavic folklore where kindness is rewarded, elemental kings rule, and virtue always wins.
By Alexander Chodzko
The science of fairy tales : $b an inquiry into fairy mythology
Discover how age-old stories reveal hidden truths about culture, tradition, and the evolution of human imagination through myth.
By Edwin Sidney Hartland
Irish Fairy Tales
Embark on a magical journey through ancient Ireland where heroes battle monsters, gods walk among mortals, and shape-shifting beings reveal the mystical history of a land filled with wonder.
By James Stephens
Blackfoot Lodge Tales: The Story of a Prairie People
Within a lodge, Native American elders recount captivating stories of their people's traditions while facing the difficult changes brought by settlers.
By George Bird Grinnell
The Indian Fairy Book: From the Original Legends
A hunter pursues celestial dancers, a boy chases the sun, and a young man undertakes a journey of courage in this collection of Native American legends.
By Cornelius Mathews
Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Complete
A man evades life's responsibilities only to awaken twenty years later in a world that has irrevocably changed, haunted by magic and supernatural forces.
By Charles M. (Charles Montgomery) Skinner
The Story of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald 1875
In old Iceland, two brave poets become enemies forever because of their love for the same beautiful woman.
By Anonymous
American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent
Journey into the ancient tales of Native America and unearth the profound cultural insights woven within the myths of gods and heroes.
By Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison) Brinton