Pachamama Tales: Folklore from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay
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A bilingual collection of enchanting folk tales from the peoples of Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Uruguay, and Paraguay, accompanied by historical and geographical background as well as color photographs.
Containing numerous tales that have never before appeared in an English-language children's story collection, this book presents many of author Paula Mart n's favorite stories from her many years of experience in storytelling around the world and particularly in South America. It stands as a unique folklore and storytelling resource that will give readers a better understanding of life and culture in the southern part of South America. Readers of all ages will delight in entertaining stories about animals, plants and trees, musical instruments, lost places, fantastic creatures, and witches and devils. This collection also includes never-ending tales, sky stories, and folk tales about fools. The book provides related cultural information about the lands where these stories originated as well as the people who tell these tales, traditional games of South America, and recipes for regional food items that can go hand in hand with the stories.Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1591582997
ISBN13:9781591582991
Release Date:July 2014
Publisher:Libraries Unlimited
Length:276 Pages
Weight:1.70 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 7.1" x 10.0"
Age Range:7 to 17 years
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