Asian-Pacific Folktales and Legends (Original)

Exotic, clever, and poignant, Asian-Pacific Folktales and Legends invites you into a magically distinctive world. Originating from the far corners of the globe--China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia--these tales teach us about morality and mysticism in enchanting ways. Organized by universal folkloric themes, Asian-Pacific Folktales and Legends features animal stories, tales of magical skill, explanations of how things came to be the way they are, delightful depictions of the clever and the foolish, ghosts and supernatural beings, and legends about heroes and gods. From "The Supernatural Crossbow," a Vietnamese tale, to the Malaysian story of "The Man in the Moon," each piece in this collection explores a self-contained, dreamlike universe that both delights and transports the reader. Shaped by the geographical and cultural influences of a people, these stories offer us an introduction to the complex oral traditions of the varied civilizations of one of the world's most fascinating regions.

Author: Jeannette L. Faurot
Publisher: Touchstone Books
Published: 12/06/1995
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 8.46h x 5.54w x 0.72d
ISBN: 9780684811970


Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 12/01/1995 pg. 118

About the Author
Jeannette Faurot is Professor of Chinese Language and Literature at the University of Texas at Austin, which house one of only four folklore programs in the nation.