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
The Caribbean islands have a vibrant oral folklore. In Jamaica, the clever spider Anansi, who outsmarts stronger animals, is a symbol of triumph by the weak ove
This exciting new anthology gathers together Puerto Rican folktales that were passed down orally for generations before finally being transcribed beginning in 1
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 Jo
The tale of Pecos Bill, an experienced horse rider and cowboy, and Slue-Foot Sue his naive wife who took a chance and rode Bill�s lively horse only to get thr