Nursery Tales Around the World

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MythologyFolkloreChildren's BookClassic LiteratureInternational LiteratureWorld LiteratureMulticulturalCross-Cultural StoriesCultural IdentityIllustratedCultural TourismEducational
Fairy Tales & Folk Stories

Nursery Tales Around the World

Judy Sierra

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This book serves as a delightful anthology, collecting a wide array of traditional nursery rhymes and folktales sourced from numerous cultures worldwide. Its central premise is not a singular plot, but rather the presentation of a diverse mosaic of stories that have been cherished and passed down through generations, offering a global perspective on childhood literature. It invites readers on an imaginative tour across different countries and traditions, highlighting the enduring charm of poetic language and captivating narratives that have resonated with young audiences for ages. The characters featured are the myriad individuals and creatures inherent to each individual story, ranging from talking animals and courageous youngsters to mythical beings and ordinary people from various global settings. The core themes woven throughout the collection include the celebration of language and the art of storytelling, the intrinsic human bond strengthened by shared narratives, an appreciation for cultural variety, and the boundless power of imagination. Its compelling nature lies in its ability to introduce young readers to both the comforting familiarity of well-known rhymes and the exciting discovery of tales from distant lands, effectively illustrating how common story elements and structures unite diverse societies and foster a sense of global connection.

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Publisher

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Pages

114

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780395678947

ISBN-10

0395678943

Language

English

Published

1996-01-01