Folklore is not solely a European invention. All cultures from all nationalities have their own folklore. Even in the United States we find American folklore in the disguise of Tall Tales brimming with characters like Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox, Pecos Bill, Big Foot Wallace, Davy Crockett, Brer Rabbit and many more. Folklore can ...
Elves are often featured in children’s fairytales. They have roots deep in the folklore of countries such as Germany, Holland, Sweden, England, and Norway. Their legend goes back as far as mankind can remember; perhaps even as far back as the beginning of time itself. In some countries they were worshiped in nature through trees, ...
Behind the rugged exterior of the Ozarks lies a rich history, a past steeped in tradition and folklore. The way of life that brought the first settlers into these hills has vanished but the legacy lives on thanks to the lifelong efforts of Vance Randolph. Noted in academic and folklore circles as the foremost authority ...
The hyena is one of many animals that features quite prominently in folklore around the world. Like the hare, it is often seen as a clever animal; unlike the hare, however, the hyena is also often seen as being quite foolish. Many African stories include both animals, in which the hyena plays several mean tricks ...