The Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands

The Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages : 292
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ISBN-13 : 9780313096372
ISBN-10 : 0313096376
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Book Synopsis The Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands by : Theo Meder

Download or read book The Flying Dutchman and Other Folktales from the Netherlands written by Theo Meder and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2007-11-30 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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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