The Emperor And the Kite
- Reads 3,736
- Votes 15
- Parts 1
Ongoing7m
Last published Tue, May 20, 2014
folktales are stories that were first told orally. They reflect the customs and beliefs of a culture IN THIS SELECTION' LOOK FOR; a plot that teaches a lesson a main character who reflects that values of a culture
All Rights Reserved
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Mythology Knowledge A to Z
Ever wondered why mythology still shapes our world? How ancient stories of gods, heroes, and monsters still echo in movies, books, and even our daily lives? Mythology Knowledge A to Z takes you on a journey through the most legendary myths, unraveling their meanings, connections, and lasting influence. From the birth of the universe to the epic battles of gods and mortals, this book explores Greek mythology in a way that's engaging, insightful, and easy to follow. Each chapter dives into a different aspect-creation myths, divine rivalries, heroic quests, and the creatures that lurk in the shadows. This isn't just a collection of old tales. It's a deep dive into the myths that shaped civilizations, revealing how they connect to modern storytelling, culture, and even philosophy. Whether you're new to mythology or a long-time fan, this book will give you fresh perspectives and fascinating insights. Get ready to explore the legends, unravel the mysteries, and discover why these ancient stories still matter today.
Legends & Tales Of Mount St. Helens
A collection of legends and tales around Mount St. Helens. Collection contains oral accounts from survivors who witnessed the unknown, Native American legends, urban legends, newspaper articles, and first-hand eyewitness accounts from the mountain.Complete
Blood Moon - Dark forest
A set of short stories following a wide range of characters from nobility to peasants across a varied fantasy world inspired by real geography and local mythologies. So come immerse yourself in an ever-expanding world and follow the lives of our protagonists. Just a warning that I am not a native speaker, so my english might occasionaly have some errors. Feel free to correct me and give me feedback. I am mainly trying to improve my writing before writing a full on novel
Urband Legends In North Carolina
Hey everyone this is my first book ever. This book is about the Urban Legends that I grew up to here in North Carolina. They have been past down for centuries from our mountains, to our piedmonts, down to our coast. So I would love to tell you the stories to you guys. Some of these have been told and seen by witnesses and some are just folklore. You don't have to believe in them. I hope I don't scare you guys to much. So please enjoy my first book and my states legends.Complete![The African Folktale: Collection Of Tales [Completed]](https://img.wattpad.com/cover/128722557-256-k910840.jpg)
The African Folktale: Collection Of Tales [Completed]
Folk tales and myths serve as a means of handing down traditions and customs from one generation to the next in Africa. For several generations, stories from Africa have traditionally been passed down by word of mouth. Often, after a hard day's work, the adults would gather the children together by moonlight, around a village fire and tell stories. This is traditionally called Tales by Moonlight. Usually the stories are meant to prepare young people for life, and so taught a lesson or moral.Complete
Fairy Crosses - ONC 2024
'Fairy Crosses' are believed to have formed where fairies danced in little valleys between the mountains. On certain nights of the year, settlers believed they could find the fairies, watch their dance, and collect their tears... Charlotte lost her husband two years ago. She moved from Atlanta to Helen, a small, sleepy town in northern Georgia to escape her pain. Struggling with grief, Charlotte often talks to her husband as if he is still there. One day, Charlotte returns home to find fairy crosses in her yard. This becomes such a regular occurrence for her that she decides to take them to a local museum. There, the curator explains to Charlotte what they are and the scientific phenomenon that causes them, but also the legend. Charlotte later finds a trail of fairy crosses on a path between trail trees. It leads her down a valley where a miracle happens one night. Charlotte believes the miracle that she sees, but is it real? Based on prompt 36. "Fairy tales are real," and there couldn't be anything worse. This is a collaboration of @RowanCarver and CBMokedi. Small differences will occur throughout the story between this version and one on Rowan's account due to our independent editing. Cover image by Cheese. Title design by CBMokediComplete
Bonfire Tales
Want to scare your friends while you camp in the woods? You've come to the right place then. Bonfire Tales will cover tales, urban legends, proverbs, and jokes that have been passed down; orally. These stories encompass everything from simple language to complex texts, like myths, legends, and folk tales, it covers everything. Welcome to Bonfire Tales!Complete
hope destiny fate believe
a story about complex very complex story about the whole world and multiple different realms
Ever wondered why mythology still shapes our world? How ancient stories of gods, heroes, and monsters still echo in movies, books, and even our daily lives? Mythology Knowledge A to Z takes you on a journey through the most legendary myths, unraveling their meanings, connections, and lasting influence. From the birth of the universe to the epic battles of gods and mortals, this book explores Greek mythology in a way that's engaging, insightful, and easy to follow. Each chapter dives into a different aspect-creation myths, divine rivalries, heroic quests, and the creatures that lurk in the shadows. This isn't just a collection of old tales. It's a deep dive into the myths that shaped civilizations, revealing how they connect to modern storytelling, culture, and even philosophy. Whether you're new to mythology or a long-time fan, this book will give you fresh perspectives and fascinating insights. Get ready to explore the legends, unravel the mysteries, and discover why these ancient stories still matter today.
More detailsContent Guidelines