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Mystical mushrooms : discover the magic & folklore of fantastic fungi / by Kane, Aurora,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In Mystical Mushrooms, explore the magical properties, mythological connections, and symbolic qualities of ever-intriguing fungi"--
Subjects: Folklore.; Edible mushrooms; Magic.; Mushrooms;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 5
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Be-maḥzor ha-yamim : moʻed ṿe-ḥol ba-omanut uva-folḳlor ha-Yehudi / by Golnitzki, Heshil.(CARDINAL)218598;
Bibliography: pages 73-76.
Subjects: Judaism; Jewish art and symbolism.; Fasts and feasts;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The magic pomegranate : a Jewish folktale / by Schram, Peninnah.(CARDINAL)753329; Hall, Melanie W.,illustrator.(CARDINAL)376578;
Includes bibliographical references (page 48).Three handsome and clever brothers compete to find the world's most unusual gift. Includes a note on doing good deeds, or mitzvah, and discusses the symbolism of the pomegranate in Judaism.690LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Fairy tales.; Jews; Pomegranate;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Anansi : new & ancient African tales / by Marshall, Emily Zobel,writer of foreword.;
Anansi is a multifaceted enigma: creator god, trickster folk hero, wily spider, owner of all stories and heroic symbol of resistance. From his origins in West African folklore, to his lauded status in Jamaican culture, his many stories are sometimes dark and chilling, occasionally light-hearted, but always lively and clever. In this . . . collection, Anansi appears in stories new and old: a symbol still of individuality and resilience, often adapting to city life, with the undertow of ancient lore ever-present.
Subjects: Anansi (Legendary character); Spiders; Folk literature, African.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Knights of the Round Table / by Gross, Gwen.(CARDINAL)741784; Green, Norman,1934-(CARDINAL)743762; Green, Norman,1934-illustrator.(CARDINAL)743762;
Retells the exploits of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table.500LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Adaptations.; Arthurian romances.; Legends.; Arthur, King.; Arthur, King; Arthur, King; Arthurian romances; Folklore; Folklore; Knights and knighthood; Knights and knighthood; Knights and knighthood; Middle Ages;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 7
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Wiil Waal : a Somali folktale / by Moriarty, Kathleen.; Amin Amir,illustrator.(CARDINAL)562192; Adam, Jamal,translator.;
Wise Somali leader Wiil Waal asks men to bring him the part of a sheep that symbolizes what can unite men as one.
Subjects: Bilingual books; Folklore; Folklore; Somali language materials; Tales; Tales;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Monsters and mythical creatures from around the world / by Frigiola, Heather,author.(CARDINAL)817330; Cybele, Sky,illustrator.(CARDINAL)817326;
Includes bibliography (pages 217-219) and index.North America -- Latin America -- Ancient Greece and Rome -- Western Europe -- Eastern Europe -- North Africa and the Middle East -- Sub-Saharan Africa -- South Asia -- East Asia -- The Pacific.Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts--creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying monsters to sacred mystical beasts, weird-looking humanoids, magical birds, and many other fantastic beings, the mythological creatures in this book are sure to enchant and amaze! Discover myths and legends spanning from ancient times to modern day from every corner of the globe. Learn the cultural origins of 240 different mythical creatures, captured in ten chapters and 100 colorful illustrations. You will find terrifying bogey monsters as well as benevolent guardians. Meet creatures that symbolize obstacles to overcome, ones that explain the occurrence of disease, some that ward away evil, and others that were created simply for amusement. Explore mythology from the Middle East, Africa, India, Japan, Mexico, Europe, Polynesia, and beyond. This guide is a ticket to travel the world and discover its strangest magical beasts from the safety of your own home.
Subjects: Myths.; Medusa.; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Folklore; Animals, Mythical.; Monsters.; Yeti.; Mermaids.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 7
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Sun and moon : folk tales / by Wolf, Gita.(CARDINAL)354698;
"The sun is life and the moon is time (Ramsingh Urveti) Why is the sun so burningly hot, while the moon stays cool and serene? (Durga Bai) -- They need each other, to be complete. In our tradition, we think of the sun as male and the moon as female (Bhajju Shyam) Part of everyday life, yet rich in symbolic meaning, renderings of the sun and the moon are present in all folk and tribal art traditions of India. Agrarian societies have always kept track of time by referring to markers in the seasonal variations of the sun, moon and planets. They have also woven wonderful stories and myths around them. Here, for the first time, is a collection of unusual stories and exquisite art from some of the finest living artists, on this most universal of themes."--back cover
Subjects: Art.; Folk literature.; Folklore;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Uniquely Florida / by Knotts, Bob.(CARDINAL)656623;
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.Uniquely Florida -- Florida state symbols -- Florida's state government -- Music in Florida -- Florida's food -- Florida's art -- Florida folklore and legends -- Sports -- Cultural highlights -- Businesses and products -- Attractions and landmarks -- Buildings and structures.Provides an overview of various aspects of Florida that make it a unique state, including its land, plants and animals, people, and culture.Accelerated Reader AR
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The curious lore of precious stones; being a description of their sentiments and folk lore, superstitions, symbolism, mysticism, use in medicine, protection, prevention, religion, and divination, crystal gazing, birthstones, lucky stones and talismans, astral, zodiacal and planetary / by Kunz, George Frederick,1856-1932.(CARDINAL)320413;
Subjects: Gems.; Gems; Old State Library Collection.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
On-line resources: Suggest title for digitization;
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