This illustrated account presents an interesting history of folklore as well as a retelling of famous American legends.

From Paul Bunyan and Pecos Bill to Pocahontas, each of the 60 stories in this collection is filled with adventure, unforgettable characters, and vivid landscape

"This book shows how folklore -- magic, miracles, and tales of enchanted princesses and genial giants -- is still alive and well in the modern mass media.... co

What do devil dogs, witches, haunted houses, Daniel Boone, Railroad Bill, "Justice John" Crutchfield, and lost silver mines have in common? All are among the su