Description
In 1970 Katharine Briggs published in four volumes the vast and authoritative Dictionary of British Folktales and Legends to wide acclaim. This sampler comprises the very best of those tales and legends. Gathered within, readers will find an extravagance of beautiful princesses and stout stable boys, sour-faced witches and kings with hearts of gold. Each tale is a masterpiece of storytelling, from the hilarious 'Three Sillies' to the delightfully macabre 'Sammle's Ghost'.
About the Author
Katharine Briggs (1898-1980). Eminent folklorist and former president of the Folklore Society.
Reviews
'Katharine Briggs has done a wonderful job of bringing these old stories together.' - Daily Telegraph
'Katharine Briggs is the magic mirror on the wall. Ask her what you will...' - Richard Adams
' ... this is a delightful collection ... it is indeed a classic.' - Journal for the Academic Study of Magic
'Katharine Briggs is the magic mirror on the wall. Ask her what you will.' - Richard Adams
Book Information
ISBN 9780415286022
Author Katharine Briggs
Format Paperback
Page Count 390
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 400g
