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A Book of Giant Stories
Hardcover
Fairy Tales & FolkloreGeneral Juvenile Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025310176
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 236
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Book of Giant Stories is a captivating collection of folklore and legends compiled by Kathleen Adams and Frances Elizabeth Atchinson. Bringing together a diverse array of tales from various cultures, this anthology explores the enduring fascination with larger-than-life figures that have haunted and inspired human imagination for centuries. From the formidable giants of Northern lore to the clever tricksters found in other traditions, these stories highlight the universal themes of bravery, wit, and the struggle against overwhelming odds.
This volume serves as an essential treasury for readers interested in the rich tapestry of world mythology and traditional storytelling. The selected narratives vary in tone, ranging from humorous encounters to epic battles, ensuring a dynamic reading experience. Each story is presented with a focus on preserving the spirit of oral tradition, making it an excellent resource for parents, educators, and fans of classic fairy tales. A Book of Giant Stories remains a significant contribution to the genre, offering a timeless exploration of the colossal beings that once roamed the landscape of our collective myths.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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