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Manos Kontoleōn
A set of imaginative traditional tales connects unusual characters and events with six African countries, offering a story-led introduction to places beyond the familiar.
Jim Pipe
Expect a blend of vampire lore and factual material, rather than a clearly identified continuous story. Dracula is included, alongside historical and cultural references to famous vampire stories.
Donald R. Hettinga
A biographical account of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, tracing their lives and their efforts to collect and publish German fairy tales and legends. The book also considers the social, political and historical influences on their lives and stories.
Stephen Krensky
A colourful introduction to legendary creatures from around the world, combining brief factual profiles with illustrations, maps and references to the traditions that shaped each story. It offers a browsable starting point for exploring mythology, folklore and the links between legends and real-world observations.
Nazneen Ahmed Pathak
A fast-moving magical quest gives Chompa a determined central role while opening discussion of Indian and South Asian folklore, colonial power and cultural loss. The journey spans India and London, with friendship and new skills supporting her search.
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