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Viking Folktales
Character-forming moral fables, Viking and Nordic folk and fairy tales take the magic of the natural world and combine it with the practical common sense of the everyday.Good folk are rewarded for their hard work, the honest and the faithful are valued by the gods: treasured tales from Hans Christian Andersen, such as 'The Little Match Girl', and less well known stories such as 'Katie Woodencloak' (a Norwegian Version of Cinderella) by Asbjørnsen & Moe are some of the heartwarming pieces in this new selection for the modern reader. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and robots, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales, ancient and modern gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.
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Czech Folktales
The Czech people trace their roots through medieval Bohemia and further back to the ancient Western Slavs before the start of the Viking Age.Their lively stories are parables and moral fables, rich with satire and the weave of determination in the face of grim reality.With a new introduction this new collection brings you classic tales including 'The Three Roses', 'The Witch and the Horseshoes', 'The Haunted Mill' and 'The Soldier and the Devil'.Such stories cling to the fantasy that all will come well in the end and that justice will be well served by truth, common threads in the proud folklore of the Slavic peoples throughout the world. FLAME TREE 451. The bestselling paperback series on myths, legends, warriors, leaders and epic literature.Although Norse, Greek and Celtic mythology dominate the popular imagination in Western countries, there are so many other tradition around the world that contribute to the rich exploration of our collective past and create new perspectives on events of the past, and the lessons of the future.
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Chinese Folktales
Chinese Folklore is drawn from over three thousand years of storytelling, with early legends of the gods and heroes, weird mysteries of sorcery and elemental forces, tales of the land and the animals within, and delightful sketches of love.Fantasy and philosophy often play important roles as the young and the old, the wise and the ignorant, the obtuse and the curious, explore the world around them, and the best way to live.A new introduction highlights the delights within, including 'The King of the Ants', 'The Ghost Who Was Foiled', 'A Night on the Battlefield', 'The Lady of the Moon' and 'The Flower Elves'. Xiulu Wang and Chuanji Hu (Introduction), both from Sun Yat-sen University in China, bring their rich expertise to this collaborative project.Professor Wang, an expert in translation and comparative cultural studies, offers insights into modern interpretations and translations of Chinese folktales.Professor Hu, a distinguished literary critic and historian, contributes knowledge of Chinese literature and intellectual history.Together, they enrich readers' comprehension of Chinese folklore, ensuring an engaging voyage through this invaluable cultural heritage. FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of myths, folklore and the fantastic.
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Serbian Folktales
Stories of the Serbian people are both poetic and strident, reflecting their proud heritage as Southern Slavs, who, in the years after the fall of the Western Roman Empire, swept South, taking over the lands of the once great Ancient Greeks, the Latins and the Thracians.Their folk tales echo the beautiful landscape and the intermingling with classic, heroic culture of the Byzantines.With a new introduction this powerful collection gathers together tales such as 'He Who Asks Little Receives Much', 'The Maiden Wiser Than the Tsar, 'The Biter Bit', 'Good Deeds Never Perish' and 'The Ram With the Golden Fleece'.FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of myths, folklore and the fantastic.
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What is the difference between myths, legends, and folktales?
Myths are traditional stories that often explain the origins of the world, natural phenomena, and cultural beliefs. Legends are stories based on real events or people but often include exaggerated or fictional elements. Folktales are fictional stories passed down orally through generations, often teaching a moral lesson or entertaining listeners. While myths and legends are often rooted in a specific culture or belief system, folktales are more universal and can be found in various cultures around the world.
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What are the differences between fairy tales, myths, legends, and folktales?
Fairy tales are fictional stories often involving magical elements and typically have a moral lesson. Myths are traditional stories that explain natural phenomena, religious beliefs, or historical events, often involving gods and heroes. Legends are stories based on real events or people but have been exaggerated over time. Folktales are traditional stories passed down orally within a culture, often teaching a lesson or explaining cultural beliefs. Each genre has its own unique characteristics and serves different purposes within a culture.
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Why do Germans prefer creamy and mild over spicy and flavorful?
Germans tend to prefer creamy and mild flavors over spicy and flavorful ones due to their traditional culinary preferences. German cuisine often features dishes that are hearty and comforting, with a focus on simple and wholesome ingredients. Creamy and mild flavors are seen as more comforting and familiar, appealing to a wider range of palates. Additionally, the German palate tends to prioritize balance and subtlety in flavors, rather than bold and intense tastes.
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Why do Germans prefer creamy and mild instead of spicy and flavorful?
Germans tend to prefer creamy and mild flavors over spicy and flavorful ones due to their traditional culinary preferences. Creamy and mild dishes are often associated with comfort and familiarity in German cuisine. Additionally, the German palate tends to favor subtle and balanced flavors rather than bold and intense ones. This preference for creamy and mild dishes may also be influenced by the availability of ingredients and the influence of neighboring European cuisines.
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Roman Folktales
The fables, folklore and fairy tales of Rome are definitely not the more familiar myths and legends with their pantheon of gods.Within these pages you'll find stories and fears of the everyday, observations on the world around us, often poking fun at those in authority, and laughing at the proud and haughty including, The King Who Goes Out to Dinner, The Enchanted Rose Tree, The Wooing Of Cassandro, The Beggar and the Chick-Pea, The Bad-Tempered Queen, The Old Miser, Why Cats and Dogs Always Quarrel and The Value of Salt.Tricksters and simpletons, animal tales, food stories, tales of love and marriage, and narratives imbued with religion and magic are accompanied by a complementary selection of classical tales from antiquity and the middle ages, such as Cupid and Psyche, that reveal the ancient roots of these stories that have passed down orally over the ages. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.
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Icelandic Folktales
Icelandic folktales are the close cousins of Viking fairy stories, although perhaps a little darker in their tone, but they share many of the same themes of innocence and trickery, triumph of good sense over pride, and all with a strong moral message.One particular characteristic though is that often the prince is rescued by the princess who has suffered much hardship in the journey to rescue the foolish male from the clutches of an ogre or a wicked crone.Stories include: The Story of the Three Princes, Hildur, Queen of Elves, The Giantess and the Granite Boat, The Magic Scythe. FLAME TREE 451. The bestselling paperback series on myths, legends, warriors, leaders and epic literature.Although Norse, Greek and Celtic mythology dominate the popular imagination in Western countries, there are so many other tradition around the world that contribute to the rich exploration of our collective past and create new perspectives on events of the past, and the lessons of the future.
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Turkish Folktales
With a new introduction, the Turkish folk tales in this collection are curious and bizarre, beautiful and delightful, combining elements of ancient Anatolian folklore with Slavonic, Scandinavian and Arabian influences.Entertaining and exuberant, they shame the more prosaic fairy stories of other traditions with tales such as 'How Cobbler Ahmet Became the Chief Astrologer', 'The Horse-Devil and the Witch', 'How the Devil lost his Wager', 'The Prayer Rug and the Dishonest Steward', 'Paradise Sold by the Yard', 'The Cinder-Youth', 'The Metamorphosis' and 'The Forty Princes and the Seven-Headed Dragon'. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.
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Hungarian Folktales
Hungary nestles in the crossroads of Europe, and so Hungarian culture shares elements from West and East, with a rich tradition of folk beliefs and folktales that have been passed down through the generations.This delightful collection gathers together tales told by the authors and folklorists Baroness Orczy, János Kriza, John Erdélyi and Julius Pap: tales of fairy folk, adventure and adversity, fables and lessons, magical creatures and transformations – from ‘Uletka and the White Lizard’ with its echoes of Snow White, to the adventure of ‘Prince Mirkó’ with its bloodshed and diamond castles. FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies.Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.
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