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.
Indian Tales
"Indian Tales" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century, drawing on the author's experiences in coloni...
By Rudyard Kipling
Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate
"Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate" by Charles M. Skinner is a collection of cultural narratives and historical accounts written i...
By Charles M. (Charles Montgomery) Skinner
Algonquin Indian Tales
"Algonquin Indian Tales" by Egerton Ryerson Young is a collection of folklore stories gathered from the Algonquin tribes, written in the early 20th ce...
By Egerton Ryerson Young
American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent
"American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent" by Daniel G. Brinton is a scholarly examination of indigenous American...
By Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison) Brinton
Welsh Fairy Tales
"Welsh Fairy Tales" by William Elliot Griffis is a collection of folklore and fairy tales written in the early 20th century. This anthology draws from...
By William Elliot Griffis
Viking Tales
"Viking Tales" by Jennie Hall is a collection of narratives that explores the fascinating legends of Norse heroes and the Viking era, likely written i...
By Jennie Hall
Irish Fairy Tales
"Irish Fairy Tales" by James Stephens is a collection of traditional Irish folklore retold in a narrative style likely written in the early 20th centu...
By James Stephens
American Indian Stories
"American Indian Stories" by Zitkala-Sa is a collection of autobiographical essays and narratives written in the early 20th century. The work explores...
By Zitkala-Sa
Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks
"Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks" by William Elliot Griffis is a collection of charming short stories likely written in the late 19th century. The s...
By William Elliot Griffis
Philippine Folk-Tales
"Philippine Folk-Tales" by Clara Kern Bayliss, Berton L. Maxfield, Fletcher Gardner, Laura Watson Benedict, and W. H. Millington is a collection of tr...
By Clara Kern Bayliss
Philippine Folklore Stories
"Philippine Folklore Stories" by John Maurice Miller is a collection of traditional myths and legends likely written in the early 20th century. The bo...
By John Maurice Miller
Algonquin Legends of New England
"Algonquin Legends of New England" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a collection of myths and folklore derived from the Micmac, Passamaquoddy, and Penobsc...
By Charles Godfrey Leland
Ade's Fables
"Ade's Fables" by George Ade is a collection of humorous and satirical fables written in the early 20th century. The work includes a series of whimsic...
By George Ade
Myths and Legends of China
"Myths and Legends of China" by E. T. C. Werner is a comprehensive account of Chinese mythology, likely written in the early 20th century. This work s...
By E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers) Werner
Blackfoot Lodge Tales: The Story of a Prairie People
"Blackfoot Lodge Tales: The Story of a Prairie People" by George Bird Grinnell is a collection of Native American tales and narratives centered around...
By George Bird Grinnell
Birch Bark Legends of Niagara
"Birch Bark Legends of Niagara" by Owahyah is a collection of traditional stories founded on the legends of the Iroquois, or Six Nations, likely writt...
By Owahyah
Celtic Tales, Told to the Children
"Celtic Tales, Told to the Children" by Louey Chisholm is a collection of retold traditional Celtic stories likely written in the early 20th century. ...
By Louey Chisholm
Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Complete
"Myths and Legends of Our Own Land – Complete" by Charles M. Skinner is a collection of folklore and legends written during the late 19th century. The...
By Charles M. (Charles Montgomery) Skinner
Occoneechee, the Maid of the Mystic Lake
"Occoneechee, the Maid of the Mystic Lake" by Robert Frank Jarrett is a poetic novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around O...
By Robert Frank Jarrett
Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race
"Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race" by M. I. Ebbutt is a collection of retold ancient tales written in the early 20th century. The book explore...
By M. I. (Maud Isabel) Ebbutt