Step into the dark and enchanting world of Romanian folklore with Tales From The Land Of The Strigoi-a spellbinding collection of stories where myth, magic, and ancient traditions come alive.
Romanian culture has long been shaped by its vibrant and deeply-rooted folklore, where rural life has preserved an extraordinary wellspring of creativity. In this collection, you’ll discover tales that have inspired generations of writers and storytellers, weaving together ancient legends with timeless themes of love, bravery, and the supernatural.
The stories in Tales From The Land Of The Strigoi are drawn from rich 19th-century collections by Andrew Lang, Lucy Byng, Mite Kremnitz, and even Romania’s own Queen, Carmen Sylva. These adaptations showcase Romania’s unique relationship between folklore and the arts, and transport readers into a world where mysterious creatures, haunting spirits, and mythical heroes roam the mountains and rivers.
Whether it’s encounters with the eerie Strigoi-the undead spirits of Romanian legend-or other strange and fascinating beings, this collection will immerse you in tales brimming with vitality, tradition, and a touch of the mystical. These are not just fairy tales-they are windows into a culture where folklore continues to resonate and captivate.
Prepare to be charmed, haunted, and utterly captivated by these unforgettable stories. In Tales From The Land Of The Strigoi, Romania’s folklore pulses with life, inviting readers into a world of magic, mystery, and wonder.
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PREFACE
THE JIPI
TELLERCHEN
THE FAIRY OF THE LAKE
THE SERPENT ISLE
MOTHER’S DARLING JACK
VÎRFUL CU DOR
THE POOR BOY
COZMA RACOARE
FURNICA
ZIDRA
THE TWO STEP-SISTER
THE CARAIMAN
THE MORNING STAR AND THE EVENING STAR
THE STAG’S VALLEY
THE PEA EMPEROR
THE DEAD POOL
THE WITCH’S STRONGHOLD
THE OLD WOMAN AND THE OLD MAN
PIATRA ARSA
THE FLEDGLING
THE VOICE OF DEATH
RÎUL DOAMNEI
LITTLE WILD-ROSE
THE CAVE OF JALOMITZA
STAN BOLOVAN
THE WONDERFUL BIRD
THE ENCHANTED PIG
THE FAIRY OF THE DAWN
YOUTH WITHOUT AGE AND LIFE WITHOUT DEATH
THE LITTLE PURSE WITH TWO HALF-PENNIES
MOGARZEA AND HIS SON
POPA TANDA
CUNNING ILEANE
THE GIRL WHO PRETENDED TO BE A BOY
THE PRINCESS AND THE FISHERMAN
HISTORICAL NOTES
ABOUT THE EDITOR
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I am a seasoned writer, editor and occasional contributor to magazines and periodicals. You can find out more about my work and contact me at clivegilson.com