Fascinating profiles of modern writers and artists who tapped the political potential of fairy talesJack Zipes has spent decades as a “scholarly scavenger,” discovering forgotten fairy tales in libraries, flea markets, used bookstores, and internet...

Eerie tales of Japanese goblins, ghosts and magic—beautifully illustrated in a deluxe collector's edition!This collection of fifteen chilling tales brings to life a world where the supernatural and earthly realms are seamlessly entwined. The ghosts,...

A beautifully written collection of stories from European myth and folklore that celebrate women in the second half of life, retold by the award-winning author of HagitudeFrom early childhood, we learn about the world and its possibilities through myths...

An updated edition of a beloved classic, Creative Mythology tells the inner story of humanity’s entire philosophical, spiritual, and artistic history since the Dark Ages, ultimately positioning each of us as the creator of our own mythologyIn this fourth...

Significantly expanded and updated—a lively excursion into Japanese folklore and its increasing influence within global popular culture.Monsters, spirits, fantastic beings, and supernatural creatures haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan...

Classical stories about women who wield power, from the Amazons to Dido to CleopatraA Penguin ClassicThere is no other anthology that brings together similar stories of ancient women in power. These women threaten male power by stepping into the roles...

Nine tales of early Irish literature beautifully retold in a modern, evocative styleA mysterious woman appears nightly at the bedside of a prince and sings to him until he falls sick with love for her. A determined hero tracks his beloved through several...

An entrancing new telling of ancient Greek myths“This book is a triumph! . . . [A] magnificent retelling of the Greek myths.”—Alexander McCall Smith, author of the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series“Move over, Edith Hamilton! Sarah Iles Johnston has...

The #1 New York Times bestseller―a “gripping, suspenseful” (Washington Post) retelling of Norse myths―now with spectacular illustrations.In this dazzling, illustrated edition of the instant classic that has sold more than a million copies, award-winning...

A fascinating introduction to the world of Korean myth and legend.The myths of Korea may seem a complex and intriguing mix of ghosts, spirits, and superstition, but they form the bedrock of one of the most vibrant global cultures today. In the past few...

From a renowned scholar and translator, the definitive translation of Aesop’s FablesAesop’s fables are among the most familiar and best-loved stories in the world. Tales like “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Dog in the Manger,” and “Sour Grapes” have...