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Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.

The king offers his daughter's hand in marriage to the young man who can produce three perfect peaches.

In response to an Indian boy's prayer for help for his hungry people, the Great Spirit sends the gift of the Sacred Dogs, horses, which enable the tribe to hunt for buffalo.

Three wise monks trick a poor,frightened community into finding happiness by teaching them the magic of generosity.

Crow and Weasel, two friends, travel north together and meet Eskimos, who welcome the young travelers to their hunting camp on the edge of the tundra. Together they share stories, exchange gifts, and enlarge their idea of what is wondrous.

A collection of eight traditional tales associated with a variety of winter celebrations from Scottish, Russian, Inuit, Austrian, Czech, and Jewish lore.

Introduces young readers to bizarre objects, oddities, and strange sites throughout the United States.

After several unsuccessful attempts to create grateful creatures, the Mayan gods use sacred corn to fashion a people who will thank and praise their creators.

A Cheyenne legend explaining the origins of the stars. Also describes the history, culture, and fate of the Cheyenne Indians.

A retelling of the traditional tale in which a beautiful girl with long golden hair is imprisoned in a lonely tower by a witch.