A Year Full of Stories: 52 Folk Tales and Legends from Around the World

by Angela McAllister

Other authorsChristopher Corr (Illustrator)
Hardcover, 2016

Status

Available

Call number

398.2

Publication

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN S (2016)

Description

This treasury of 52 stories collects together a rich resource of myths, fairy tales and legends from around the world, with a story for every week of the year. The book is broken into 12 chapters, for each of the 12 months of the year, and throughout, stories are matched to internationally celebrated dates, including Valentines Day and the International Day of Friendship, as well as seasonal events and festivals. Collected and retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister, and illustrated by [internationally] recognised artist Christopher Corr, this is a book that will be treasured by families and appeal to teachers and librarians around the world. --Publisher.

Awards

Language

Original language

English

Physical description

11.14 inches

ISBN

184780859X / 9781847808592

Local notes

A nicely illustrated treasury of 52 folk tales from around the world to commemorate the changing seasons, cultural events and international festivals throughout the year.

Stories include Father Frost, The Magic Porridge Pot, The Frog Prince, The Runaway Pancake, The Pot of Gold, The Hare in the Moon and One Dark and Stormy Night.
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