Step into the enchanting world of Tales From The Land of Rabbits, a captivating collection of folk tales and legends from Spain and Portugal.
Did you know that Spain was once called Ispania, meaning ‘land of the rabbits’? From this ancient name comes a rich cultural heritage filled with storytelling that spans thousands of years. In this collection, you’ll discover the magic, mystery, and adventure that has shaped the folklore of the Iberian Peninsula.
Curated from renowned sources such as Rachel Harriette Busk, Charles Sellers, Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer, Andrew Lang, and José Muñoz Escámez, these timeless tales transport you through Spain and Portugal’s fascinating history, where myth and reality blend in stories of love, heroism, trickery, and supernatural wonder. With translations by Cornelia Francis Bates and Katherine Lee Bates, these stories offer a vivid taste of the region’s deep-rooted traditions, reflecting its unique blend of cultures, religions, and ancient conflicts.
Whether you’re new to Iberian folklore or revisiting old favorites, Tales From The Land of Rabbits will whisk you away on an unforgettable journey. Brimming with the essence of Spanish and Portuguese storytelling, this collection is a must-read for anyone who loves folklore, legends, and the magic of the written word.
Discover the stories that have been told and retold for centuries, and experience the heart of the Iberian Peninsula like never before!
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PREFACE
THE INGENIOUS STUDENT
MASTER PÉREZ THE ORGANIST
CARLO MAGNO AND THE GIANT
THE CITY OF FORTUNE
THE BIRD OF TRUTH
TURIAN AND FLORETA
CLEVER MARIA
WITHERED LEAVES
THE GARDEN OF HEALTH
JUANITA THE BALD, OR, A DAUGHTER’S LOVE
THE UGLY PRINCESS
STARVING JOHN THE DOCTOR
THE CAPTAIN’S EXPLOIT
THE WOLF-CHILD
THE BALLAD-MAKER AND THE BOOT-MAKER
THE WHITE CAT OF ECIJA
DON SUERO THE PROUD
EL CONDE FERNAN GONZALEZ
THE COBBLER OF BURGOS
HORMESINDA
THE SPIRITS’ MOUNTAIN
ISSY-BEN-ARAN
THE WATCHFUL SERVANT
MÓSTAFA ALVILÁ
THE EMIR IN SEARCH OF AN EYE
SILVER BELLS
THE THREE QUESTIONS
THE PROMISE
THE BLACK CHARGER OF HERNANDO
KING ROBIN
THE WHITE DOE
THE HERMIT AND THE FIG-TREE
THE JUDGMENT OF THE FLOWERS
THE SEVEN PIGEONS
THE RAY OF MOONSHINE
ELVIRA, THE SAINTED PRINCESS
THE EMERALD EYES
THE MAN WITH THE TWO FACES
THE ENCHANTED MULE
THE DEVIL’S TOURNAMENT
TROMPETILLA AND TROMPETIN
THE DRAWING SCHOOL
HISTORICAL NOTES
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