American Legends and Folktales
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Pocahontas: And Her Incredible Journey
by Andrew Benjamin
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Pocahontas, the seventeenth-century Native American Indian princess, was instrumental in creating peace between the English colonists and Native Americans. In this book, Andrew Benjamin exposes the historic story of Pocahontas and her way of life in two very different cultures. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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John Henry and the Steel-Driving Man
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book is an introduction to the life and story of John Henry whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions, and theater. The story of John Henry takes place in the southern US. His death, from exhaustion, is a symbol for the tireless effort made by many men while participating in the railway boom of the late 1800's. This well-rounded volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Hiawatha and the Great Peace
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Hiawatha, a Native American legend, is known as the spokesperson for The Great Peacemaker, Dekanawidah. Dekanawidah was the creator of The Great Law of Peace, a law that gathered and bound all Iroquois Confederacy together, first in oral tradition only, but eventually the decree was written with Native American symbols on wampum belts. This book is an introduction to the life and work of Hiawatha whose peaceful advocacy and education inspired songs, books and folklore. It contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from her diverse culture, and defines words unique to the story.
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Daniel Boone: And His Adventures
by Emily Kennedy
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book focuses on Daniel Boone an American pioneer, explorer, and woodsman who is credited with the exploration and settlement of Kentucky. It provides an introduction to the life of Daniel Boone; a true environmentalist whose discoveries inspired songs, books, and city parks. This celebratory volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures, and defines words unique to the story. Daniel Boone remains a true American patriot, and this important retelling of his life will excite young readers to learn about this important adventurer.
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Pocahontas: And Her Incredible Journey
by Andrew Benjamin
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Pocahontas, the seventeenth-century Native American Indian princess, was instrumental in creating peace between the English colonists and Native Americans. In this book, Andrew Benjamin exposes the historic story of Pocahontas and her way of life in two very different cultures. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Molly Pitcher: The Woman Who Fought the War
by Mark Cunningham
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book focuses on Molly Pitcher who took part in the Battle of Monmouth and attended to the Revolutionary soldiers and artillerymen by giving them water during heavy fire from the British troops. She then took her husband's place at the cannon after he was, wounded and carried him off the battlefield. Her generosity, courage and strength was insurmountable and inspired her fellow citizens. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to her story.
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John Henry and the Steel-Driving Man
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book is an introduction to the life and story of John Henry whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions, and theater. The story of John Henry takes place in the southern US. His death, from exhaustion, is a symbol for the tireless effort made by many men while participating in the railway boom of the late 1800's. This well-rounded volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Hiawatha and the Great Peace
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Hiawatha, a Native American legend, is known as the spokesperson for The Great Peacemaker, Dekanawidah. Dekanawidah was the creator of The Great Law of Peace, a law that gathered and bound all Iroquois Confederacy together, first in oral tradition only, but eventually the decree was written with Native American symbols on wampum belts. This book is an introduction to the life and work of Hiawatha whose peaceful advocacy and education inspired songs, books and folklore. It contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from her diverse culture, and defines words unique to the story.
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Casey Jones: And His Railroad Legacy
by Christopher Alber
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
The American railroader Casey Jones's dramatic death, while trying to stop his train and save the lives of his passengers, made him a hero. This book is an introduction to the life and career of railroad engine driver Casey Jones, whose heroic effort has inspired songs, books, and museums. Through original artwork and historical context, this in depth view of the folktale, recounts the ways in which Jones's life was forever, changed after he exposed his intuitive and heroic nature.
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Daniel Boone: And His Adventures
by Emily Kennedy
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book focuses on Daniel Boone an American pioneer, explorer, and woodsman, who is, credited with the exploration and settlement of Kentucky. It provides, an introduction to the life of Daniel Boone, a true environmentalist, whose discoveries inspired songs, books, and city parks. This celebratory volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures, and defines words unique to the story. Daniel Boone remains a true American patriot, and this important retelling of his life will excite young readers to learn about this important adventurer.
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Juan Bobo and the Bag of Gold
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Juan Bobo is a Puerto Rican folk character who is a naive, happy-go-lucky trickster that can't do anything right. His personality has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater while his tale, is a part of a larger tradition that spans several world cultures. This jovial book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book introduces the experienced horse rider and cowboy known as Pecos Bill and his wife, Slue-Foot Sue. She took a chance and rode Bill's lively horse, only to get thrown off. This exaggerated story of what can happen when assumptions exist more than fact, has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Casey Jones: And His Railroad Legacy
by Christopher Alber
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
The American railroader Casey Jones's dramatic death, while trying to stop his train and save the lives of his passengers, made him a hero. This book is an introduction to the life and career of railroad engine driver Casey Jones whose heroic effort has inspired songs, books, and museums. Through original artwork and historical context, this in depth view of the folktale, recounts the ways in which Jones's life was forever changed after he exposed his intuitive and heroic nature.
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Molly Pitcher: The Woman Who Fought the War
by Mark Cunningham
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book focuses on Molly Pitcher who took part in the Battle of Monmouth and attended to the Revolutionary soldiers and artillerymen by giving them water during heavy fire from the British troops. She then took her husband's place at the cannon after he was wounded and carried him off the battlefield. Her generosity, courage and strength was insurmountable and inspired her fellow citizens. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to her story.
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Nathan Hale
Revolutionary War Hero
by Alicia Z. Klepeis
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Nathan Hale was a Revolutionary War hero and America's first spy. From his early days as a student to his teaching career, Hale was an intelligent, kind, and hardworking man. His desire to support others, whether female students or the Continental Army, came through every day in his actions. Hale displayed real bravery in leading his men during the tough times of the Revolutionary War. In this richly illustrated book, readers will have a chance to glimpse the short but meaningful life of this true American patriot.
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Lady Liberty
Symbol of a Nation
by Kate Shoup
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Lady Liberty is the personification of America. She stands for the United States and for the ideals of liberty and freedom. When most people think of Lady Liberty, they think of the famous Statue of Liberty, but this is not the only version of Lady Liberty. This colorful, illustrated book teaches young readers about Lady Liberty's history and what she means as an American symbol today.
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Juan Bobo and the Bag of Gold
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Juan Bobo is a Puerto Rican folk character who is a naive, happy-go-lucky trickster that can't do anything right. His personality has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater while his tale, is a part of a larger tradition that spans several world cultures. This jovial book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Uncle Sam
An American Icon
by Julia McMeans
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Some legends begin as made-up stories, and others are based on real people. Young readers will learn the true story of the original Uncle Sam, Samuel Wilson, a meat-packer from New York State. Over the years, Uncle Sam went from real person to an American symbol of patriotism. This colorful, illustrated tale allows readers to learn the history of this cultural icon in an enriching, informative way.
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Rosie the Riveter
A Cultural Icon
by Kate Shoup
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
World War II found men racing to the battlefields and women racing to fill the jobs the men left behind. Many women found themselves working toward the war effort in industries previously reserved for their husbands, sons, and other male relatives. A majority of women worked in factories. One such woman inspired the iconic legend of "Rosie the Riveter," a fictitious idol who has inspired many from the 1940s on. In this richly illustrated book, readers will discover Rosie the Riveter's story, from her start as a subject of a photograph to the living propaganda legend she became, to her place in the United States in the twenty-first century.
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Bonnie and Clyde
A Deadly Duo
by Laura L. Sullivan
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Famous outlaws Bonnie and Clyde have been glamorized in movies and popular culture. Young readers will learn all about the criminal couple. They both came from very poor backgrounds and lived during the Great Depression, a time when many people were desperate. Bonnie and Clyde weren't glamorous, and they weren't even very successful criminals. They usually only stole a few dollars at each robbery. Bonnie probably never shot anyone, but Clyde killed many people. Bonnie and Clyde were among the first people made famous by the media. This retelling of their lives reveals the poverty and hardship that pushed some people in the Great Depression to become criminals.
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Johnny Appleseed: The Grand Old Man of the Forest
by Margaret Henley
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
John Chapman, introduced apple trees to large part of the US Midwest and some parts of Canada. Known as Johnny Appleseed, he was an eccentric and religious man who was kind, generous, and loved animals. This book is an introduction to the life and generosity of Johnny Appleseed whose unselfishness inspired songs, books, and city parks. This jovial volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures, and defines words unique to the story.
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Johnny Appleseed
The Grand Old Man of the Forest
by Margaret Henley
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
John Chapman, introduced apple trees to large part of the US Midwest and some parts of Canada. Known as Johnny Appleseed, he was an eccentric and religious man who was kind, generous, and loved animals. This book is an introduction to the life and generosity of Johnny Appleseed whose unselfishness inspired songs, books, and city parks. This jovial volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures, and defines words unique to the story.
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Buffalo Bill
Wild West Showman
by Alicia Z. Klepeis
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
William "Buffalo Bill" Cody is one of America's greatest folk heroes. His early life reflects the challenges faced by many American settlers on the frontier. Yet his varied jobs, from buffalo hunter to possible Pony Express rider to guide for the U.S. Army during the Civil War, offer readers an exciting take on life in the Wild West.
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Paul Bunyan and the Big Blue Ox
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
The story of Paul Bunyan is about a giant lumberjack whose story originated in the oral tradition of North American loggers. This book is an introduction to the life and story of Paul Bunyan and his Big Blue Ox whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Paul Bunyan and the Big Blue Ox
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
The story of Paul Bunyan is about a giant lumberjack whose story originated in the oral tradition of North American loggers. This book is an introduction to the life and story of Paul Bunyan and his Big Blue Ox whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Annie Oakley: The Woman Who Never Missed a Shot
by Katherine Rose
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
Annie Oakley, was an American sharpshooter who became an international star performing for heads of state and royalty. This book is an introduction to the life Annie Oakley whose perfection in her sport inspired Broadway plays, musicals, and songs. Her story is considered a folktale, or legend, which is a story passed on by word-of-mouth through generations, organically changing each time it is told. This exiting volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures, and defines words unique to her legend.
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Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
This book introduces the experienced horse rider and cowboy known as Pecos Bill and his wife, Slue-Foot Sue. She took a chance and rode Bill's lively horse, only to get thrown off. This exaggerated story of what can happen when assumptions exist more than fact, has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater. This book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Brer Rabbit and the Goober Patch
by Virginia Schomp
Part of the American Legends and Folktales series
The story of Brer Rabbit has origins in several world cultures and tells a common tale of a trickster who succeeds by his wits rather than by brawn. This cunning creature steals peanuts from Brer Fox's garden patch, then blames Brer Bear for the mess. This well known tale has inspired movies and literary compositions. This lively book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to this fascinating tale.
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