{"product_id":"folktales-of-america-stockings-of-buttermilk-traditional-stories-from-the-united-states-of-america","title":"Folktales of America: Stockings of buttermilk: traditional stories from the United States of America","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eA collection of classic American stories, retold with an American consciousness and illustrated by Jacqueline Mairs, based on American folk art. The stories are ideal to read aloud or for older readers to enjoy discovering by themselves. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 May 2018\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anness Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating collection brings together some of the finest classic tales cherished in the United States. Many of these enchanting stories found their way to the USA from European origins, with their roots deeply rooted in English, Scottish, Irish, French, Spanish, or German traditions. However, regardless of their origins, these tales undergo an American transformation, infused with a rich American voice. Presented in their original form, these vivid stories brimming with magic, humor, and wisdom have been skillfully reimagined by the editor, whose introduction and notes provide a solid foundation for their folklore context. Take a journey through Aunt Lizbeth Fields' profoundly American tale, \"A Stepchild That Was Treated Mighty Bad,\" which is recognized as a version of the Grimms' \"Snow White.\" Explore other captivating stories such as \"Cold Feet and the Lonesome Queen,\" \"Lady Featherflight,\" \"The Gold in the Chimney,\" and \"The Cat That Went a-Traveling.\" These tales are perfect for reading aloud to younger audiences or for older readers to discover and enjoy independently. Jacqueline Mairs delightful illustrations, inspired by American folk art, exude a nostalgic and cherished quality, reminiscent of a well-loved family quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 596g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 259 x 184 x 18 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781861478597\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neil Philip","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44093532897530,"sku":"9781861478597","price":6.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/a0a6657427b570586ef6620a23b19e81.jpg?v=1631069907","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/folktales-of-america-stockings-of-buttermilk-traditional-stories-from-the-united-states-of-america","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}