Elder Tales: Stories of Wisdom and Courage from Around the World

by Dan Keding

Traditional folktales from around the world celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders, presenting them as crones, wise men, sages, magic helpers, and fools. Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies. It is also a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1591585945
• ISBN13: 9781591585947
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 9.2"