
- 292 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
The Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands
About this book
Here is a broad sampling of traditional and contemporary Dutch tales that will entertain and inform readers and listeners of all ages. From animal tales and tales of magic to religious and realistic stories, and contemporary urban legends, you'll find in this collection scores of tales, riddles, puzzles, and jokes to savor and share. Many of the stories are rooted in the traditional rural society of the Netherlands, while others have sprung from the modern, urban, and multi-ethnic society that Holland is today. Background information on the country and the stories, and color photographs and illustrations, along with a detailed bibliography, makes this a well-rounded resource for educators, folklore scholars, and general readers. All levels.
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Table of contents
- CONTENTS
- Introduction
- Map of the Netherlands
- Part 1: Animal Tales
- Part 2: Tales of Magic
- Part 3: Religious Tales
- Part 4: Realistic Tales
- Part 5: Tales of the Stupid Devil or Ogre
- Part 6: Traditional Legends
- Part 7: Contemporary Legends
- Part 8: Riddles and Puzzles
- Part 9: Anecdotes and Jokes
- Part 10: Formula Tales
- Sources and Further Reading
- Index