Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Author: Hugh Lupton

Publisher: Barefoot Books

Published: 2019-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782853978

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A collection of seven tales from around the world featuring remarkable animals and extraordinary people reminding us of how vast and mysterious the world is and how our lives can be transformed in the most unexpected circumstances.


Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Author: Hugh Lupton

Publisher: Barefoot Books

Published: 2019-09-01

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 1782856595

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This award-winning collection of 7 traditional tales from around the world shows children the importance of looking beyond appearances. Niamh Sharkey's distinctive illustrations throughout will delight young readers.


Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 9781901223095

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The hunter looked about he could see nothing at all. There is a lion, said the blind man, but it s all right ... he s eaten and he s fast asleep. He won t hurt us.


World Folklore for Storytellers: Tales of Wonder, Wisdom, Fools, and Heroes

World Folklore for Storytellers: Tales of Wonder, Wisdom, Fools, and Heroes

Author: Howard J Sherman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-12-18

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 1317451643

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Here is a treasury of favorite and little known tales from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and Oceania, gracefully retold and accompanied by fascinating, detailed information of their historic and cultural backgrounds. The introduction provides an informative overview of folklore, its purpose in world cultures and in contemporary society and popular culture. Following this, the main sections of the book are arranged by tale type, covering wonder tales, hero tales, tales of kindness repaid and hope and redemption, and finally tales of fools and wise people. Each section begins by comparing the tales cross-culturally, explaining similarities and differences in the folkloric narratives. Tales from diverse cultures are then presented, introduced, and retold in a highly readable fashion.


Clever Folk

Clever Folk

Author: Ruthilde Kronberg

Publisher: Libraries Unlimited

Published: 1993-10-15

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13:

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Includes stories to tell and read aloud, stories to act out, and stories that involve the audience.


Sage Tales

Sage Tales

Author: Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky

Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing

Published: 2014-02-01

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1580237916

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A prophet and a pretty woman, a rainmaker and a renegade—from them we learn about ourselves. Ancient stories that whisper truth to your soul—new in paperback! Great stories have the power to draw the heart. But certain stories have the power to draw the heart to God and awaken the better angels of our nature. Such are the tales of the rabbis of the Talmud, colorful, quirky yarns that tug at our heartstrings and test our values, ethics, morality—and our imaginations. In this collection for people of all faiths and backgrounds, Rabbi Burton Visotzky draws on four decades of telling and teaching these legends in order to unlock their wisdom for the contemporary heart. He introduces you to the cast of characters, explains their motivations, and provides the historical background needed to penetrate the wise lessons often hidden within these unusual narratives. In learning how and why these oft-told tales were spun, you discover how they continue to hold value for our lives.


Tales of the Kingdom

Tales of the Kingdom

Author: David Mains

Publisher: Mainstay Ministries

Published: 2014-10-08

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13:

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Action, intrigue, and danger follow Scarboy wherever he goes, especially in the Enchanted City, where the “imperfect” are cast away and orphans are enslaved. Scarboy manages to escape the evil Enchanter to safety in Great Park, but has yet to confront his greatest fear—and he’ll need enormous courage to conquer it! An exciting series from best-selling authors David and Karen Mains, the gold-medallion award-winning Tales of the Kingdom offers fast-paced action and exciting storytelling with a enduring Christian message. Enjoy these classic allegories teach kids and adults the importance of trusting God as they unveil fundamental truths about good and evil.


Dream

Dream

Author: Susan V. Bosak

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781896232041

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Illustrated text urges the reader to nurture his or her dreams and work to make them a reality.


Lust & Wonder

Lust & Wonder

Author: Augusten Burroughs

Publisher: St. Martin's Press

Published: 2016-03-29

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1250082366

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The instant New York Times bestseller Lust: 1. intense sexual desire or appetite 2.a passionate or overmastering desire or craving 3.ardent enthusiasm; zest; relish. Wonder: 1. something strange and surprising; a cause of surprise, astonishment,or admiration 2. the emotion excited by what is strange and surprising; a feeling of surprised or puzzled interest, sometimes tinged with admiration 3. a miraculous deed or event; remarkable phenomenon From the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author comes an intimate look at the driving forces in one man’s life. With Augusten's unique and singular observations and his own unabashed way of detailing both the horrific and the humorous, Lust and Wonder is a hilariously frank memoir that his legions of fans have been waiting for. His story began in Running with Scissors, endured through Dry, and continues with this memoir, the capstone to the life of Augusten Burroughs. Funny, sweet, alarming, and ultimately, moving and tender, Lust & Wonder is an experience of a book that will resonate with anyone who has loved and lost and loved again.