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American Tall Tales

American Tall Tales

Children's BooksFolklore
Pages
112
Published
1966
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection introduces eight iconic American folk heroes, including Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill, and Davy Crockett. Readers will discover the legendary feats and adventures of these larger-than-life figures. It's a journey through the imaginative tales that shaped American storytelling.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

AdventurousWhimsicalInformative

Genres

Children's Books Folklore

Authors

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Adrien Stoutenberg

Adrien Stoutenberg is known for her imaginative stories, including the classic "American Tall Tales." She also wrote "Out There," a collection that shows her range.

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Adrien Stoutenburg

Adrien Stoutenburg is the author behind Prentice Hall Literature--Silver. This work showcases their expertise in educational literature.

Characters

Paul BunyanProtagonist
Pecos BillProtagonist
StormalongProtagonist
Mike FinkProtagonist
Davy CrockettProtagonist
All characters in American Tall Tales