Talab Inca: The Song of the Mountains
A mystical journey through the dawn of the Andes that reveals the origins of an empire.
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Wisdom: Stories of wisdom impart valuable life lessons and insights. They may feature wise elders, mentors, or characters who have learned from their experiences. These tales offer guidance and encourage readers to reflect on their own lives and choices.
Threads of Destiny: The Moirae’s Chronicle
An ancient Greek myth of the Moirae—Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos—who determine the tapestry of mortal lives.
Intellectual Girl: A Folktale of Wit and Courage from India
A young maiden in ancient India uses quick wit and a fearless heart to outsmart every challenge and restore justice to her village.
The Rabbit on the Moon
A charming Japanese myth of a rabbit crafting rice cakes atop the moon
Mr. Spider, His Family, and the Dead Elephant: Anansi’s Clever Trick
In a Ghanaian forest, Anansi cleverly outwits the mighty elephant and teaches his family the art of wisdom and resourcefulness.
Arachne the Weaver: Warning Against Hubris
When mortal skill challenged goddessly pride, a legendary tapestry wove Arachne’s fate into legend.
Death and the Gardener: An Iraqi Parable of Inevitable Fate
In medieval Iraq, a humble gardener learns that death cannot be outrun, only embraced.
Land Where No One Ever Dies: An Italian Folk Tale of Mortality
A poetic exploration of mortality and the human heart in a timeless Italian land where death is but a distant whisper.
The Mill That Ground Out Silver Coins
A spirited trickster stumbles upon a mystic mill that produces silver coins, setting off a whirl of hilarious mischief.
The Conceited Cow: An Indian Folktale of Modesty and Wisdom
A boastful cow learns humility after encountering more skilled creatures, teaching the value of modesty.
Owl of the Magic Orange Tree
A young owl learns her true beauty beneath the enchanted orange blossoms
The Dream Diviner and the Snake: An Ancient Iraqi Folktale
A young villager seeks guidance from a revered seer when a serpent from his dreams beckons him toward destiny.
Journey to the Well of the World's End
A brave princess seeks the ancient well that grants wisdom
Death in the Nut: A Parable of Mortality
A sombre tale from the British countryside that reminds us of life’s fleeting nature.
Mr Fox: The Art of Deception and Caution
An evocative tale of charm, deceit, and the hidden truths behind pleasing facades.
The White Cat of France: A Timeless Fairy Tale of Magic and Fate
A mystical journey in a quaint 19th-century French village guided by a magical white cat.
The Clever Wife: A Tale of Wit and Love in the Kyrgyz Highlands
A wise woman’s wit saves her marriage and uplifts her community in ancient Kyrgyzstan.
Gone is Gone: Lessons of Empathy on the American Farm
A heartwarming tale of a farmer and his wife discovering the true worth of each other’s daily sacrifices.
Flight of the Sincere: The Journey Toward True Leadership
An allegorical journey of avian pilgrims seeking the secret of authentic leadership.
The King With Horse's Ears and Other Irish Legends
A journey through ancient Irish lore where secrets, bravery, and magic entwine.
Timeless Wisdom: The Dragon Slayer's Journey
An enchanting tale weaving courage, wisdom, and mythical wonders from ancient China.
Between the Glittering City and the Whispering Fields: A Greek Fable
A heartfelt narrative contrasting the dazzling allure of city life with the soulful peace of the countryside.
A Shepherd Boy and the Wolf: The Echoes of Truth
A timeless fable on the unforeseen costs of falsehoods.
Scheherazade: The Enchanting Queen of Tales
A captivating narrative of a queen whose timeless stories saved her life and transformed a kingdom.