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Books by Diane Wolkstein
  | | Inanna, Queen of Heaven and Earth(1st Edition) Her Stories and Hymns from Sumer by Diane Wolkstein, Samuel Noah Kramer Paperback, 227 Pages, Published 1983 by Harper Perennial ISBN-13: 978-0-06-090854-6, ISBN: 0-06-090854-8 "Inanna A fresh retelling of the ancient texts about Ishtar, the world's first goddess. Illustrated with visual artifacts of the period. "A great masterpiece of universal literature."--Mircea Eliade"A great masterpiece of universal literature."--Mircea EliadeA Full description" |
 | | The Day Ocean Came to Visit(1st Edition) by Diane Wolkstein, Steve Johnson, Lou Fancher Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2001 by Gulliver Books ISBN-13: 978-0-15-201774-3, ISBN: 0-15-201774-7 "Long ago, when Sun and Moon still lived on earth, they invited their new friend Ocean to visit their home. After many protests (after all, there was a lot of her), Ocean finally agreed to come. Sun and Moon worked and prepared for many days, but when Ocean finally arrived, they discovered that nothing could have prepared them for this visit! Internationally acclaimed storyteller Diane Wolkstein and the celebrated illustrators of Dr. Seu ..." |
 | | The Magic Orange Tree(1st Edition) and Other Haitian Folktales by Diane Wolkstein, Elsa Henriquez, Jamila Gavin Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 1997 by Schocken ISBN-13: 978-0-8052-1077-4, ISBN: 0-8052-1077-6 "When Diane Wolkstein, herself a well-known storyteller traveled throughout the Haitian countryside in search of stories, she harvested a rich collection of twenty-seven tales, each of which is illuminated by fascinating introductory notes. From orange trees growing at the command of a child to talking fish, these stories present us with a world of wonder, delight, and mystery.With a foreword by Edwidge Danticat" |
 | | Treasures of the Heart(1st Edition) Holiday Stories That Reveal the Soul of Judaism by Diane Wolkstein Hardcover, 384 Pages, Published 2003 by Schocken ISBN-13: 978-0-8052-4144-0, ISBN: 0-8052-4144-2 "Treasures of the Heart is a unique rendition of stories in the Hebrew Bible that are part of the foundation of Judaism and western literature. Renowned storyteller and mythologist Diane Wolkstein seamlessly weaves oral legends into the fabric of the ancient texts, creating new stories that remain true to the spirit of their original sources. Drawing on a lifetime of study of world myths and tribal cultures, the author chooses the legend ..." |
 | | Bouki Dances the Kokioko A Comical Tale from Haiti by Diane Wolkstein, Jesse Sweetwater Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1997 by Harcourt ISBN-13: 978-0-15-200034-9, ISBN: 0-15-200034-8 "Bouki is fat. Bouki is awkward. So why would Malice ask him to dance the complicated Kokioko for the king? Bouki isn’t sure. All he knows is that if he does learn the dance, he can win the king’s money. Seems simple enough. But uh-oh, Bouki should’ve known better than to get involved with greedy Malice. This comical tale introduces readers to Haiti’s famous slapstick characters: the foolish Bouki and the clever Malice. And in the best t ..." |
 | | The Magic Wings A Tale from China (Picture Puffin) by Diane Wolkstein, Robert Andrew Parker Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 1992 by Puffin ISBN-13: 978-0-14-054769-6, ISBN: 0-14-054769-X "PUFFIN UNICORN PAPERBACKS ... illustrated bv Lillian Hoban A BIG FAT ENORMOUS LIE by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, illustrated by David McPhail BOATS bv Anne' Rockwell ... HUGGINS AND HER HEN HANNAH by Lvdia Dabcovich PIG PIG'AND THE MAGIC PHOTO ALBUM bv David McPhail PIG PIG GOES TO ..." |
 | | The First Love Stories From Isis and Osiris to Tristan and Iseult by Diane Wolkstein Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 1992 by Perennial ISBN-13: 978-0-06-092272-6, ISBN: 0-06-092272-9 "Passion, joy, and longing abound in seven original classic love stories, newly retold by a master storyteller. Wolkstein has vividly re-created unforgettable myths of love, published together in a single collection for the first time. Includes "Inanna and Dumuzi," "Shiva and Sati," "The Song of Songs," "Psyche and Eros," and more." |
 | | Junior Great Books, Book 1 by Diane Wolkstein, Brothers Grimm, I.G. Edmonds, Barbara Walker, Joan Grant, Susan Cooper, Ethel Pochocki, Anne Sibley O'brien Paperback, 143 Pages, Published 2006 by The Great Books Foundation ISBN-13: 978-1-933147-02-4, ISBN: 1-933147-02-4 "This is a great reader for young minds." |
 | | Little Mouse's Painting(Reprint) by Diane Wolkstein, Mary Jane Begin, Maryjane Begin-Callanan Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2002 by Chronicle Books Illustrated ISBN-13: 978-1-58717-125-3, ISBN: 1-58717-125-2 "Little Mouse decides to make a painting. But when she shows the painting to her friends, they all have their own ideas about what's in the picture-and no one will listen to what Little Mouse has to say about it! Diane Wolkstein's many-layered story celebrates the surprises of friendship and the joy of creativity-and Little Mouse's circle of friends is brought irresistibly to life in Maryjane Begins' exquisite, jewel-like illustrations. ..." |
 | | Esther's Story(Updated) by Diane Wolkstein, Juan Wijngaard Paperback, 38 Pages, Published 1998 by Mulberry Books ISBN-13: 978-0-688-15844-6, ISBN: 0-688-15844-7 "Almost twenty-five centuries ago, a shy orphan girl was unexpectedly chosen as queen of Persia. Blessed with majesty and humanity, she risked the wrath of a king to save her people. Esther's inspiring voice comes to life in her diaries, inviting all to share in the joy celebrated around the world as Purim. " |
 | | White Wave(1st Edition) A Chinese Tale by Diane Wolkstein, Ed Young Hardcover, 26 Pages, Published 1996 by Harcourt Childrens Books ISBN-13: 978-0-15-200293-0, ISBN: 0-15-200293-6 "A lonely young farmer finds an iridescent snail shell that contains the moon goddess, White Wave, and the farmer's loneliness soon disappears, but when he yearns for more than he is given, he loses what he loves." |
 | | Esther's Story(Illustrated) by Diane Wolkstein, Juan Wijngaard Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 1996 by William Morrow & Co ISBN-13: 978-0-688-12127-3, ISBN: 0-688-12127-6 "Renowned folklorist Wolkstein brings to life the story of Esther, the compassionate queen who risked the wrath of a king to save her people from destruction. Award-winning illustrator Wijngaard captures this biblical heroine's majesty and humanity. Full color." |
 | | The Banza(Reprint) A Haitian Story (Reading Rainbow Books) by Diane Wolkstein, Marc Brown Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 1992 by Puffin ISBN-13: 978-0-14-054605-7, ISBN: 0-14-054605-7 "The little tiger, Teegra, gives Cabree, a little goat, a magic banjo that later protects her from the dangers of the jungle. Can a banza, or little banjo, save one small goat from a band of hungry tigers?" |
 | | The First Love Stories(1st Edition) From Isis and Osiris to Tristan and Iseult by Diane Wolkstein Hardcover, 270 Pages, Published 1991 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-016220-7, ISBN: 0-06-016220-1 "It is love that the human soul and spirit have searched for throughout the ages. What did people feel and sing and express about love four thousand years ago? Did they know more than we do? What are love’s secrets and mysteries? The great love stories of the ancient and medieval world have been gathered together in one collection for the first time in The First Love Stories. Author, folklorist, and storyteller Diane Wolkstein has worke ..." |
 | | Sun Mother Wakes the World An Australian Creation Story by Diane Wolkstein, Bronwyn Bancroft Library, 32 Pages, Published 2004 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-688-13916-2, ISBN: 0-688-13916-7 "At the beginning of the world, it was dark and silent and nothing stirred anywhere, until a voice roused the sleeping Sun Mother in the sky, telling her it was time to wake up all the creatures of the earth. The indigenous people of Australia believe that their first ancestors created the world and its laws. They also believe that the world is still being created in a continual process they call The Dreamtime. Renowned storyteller Diane ..." |
 | | Little Mouse's Painting by Diane Wolkstein, Mary Jane Begin, Maryjane Begin-Callanan Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2002 by Seastar ISBN-13: 978-1-58717-124-6, ISBN: 1-58717-124-4 "Little Mouse loves to spend her days picking berries with Bear, having tea with Squirrel, or taking long walks with Porcupine. But one day she decides to do something on her own. She decides to make a painting. When she shows the paining to her friends, they all have their own ideas about what's in the picture- and no one will listen to what Little Mouse has to say about it! Diane Wolkstein's many-layered story, vibrantly illustrated ..." |
 | | Step by Step(1st Edition) by Diane Wolkstein, Jos. A. Smith, Joseph Anthony Smith Hardcover, 1 Pages, Published 1994 by Harpercollins Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-688-10315-6, ISBN: 0-688-10315-4 "The world is very big when you are very small. But that doesn’t stop a little ant from leaving home to visit her friend. Step by step she goes: Over a stone, across a leaf, under a branch… until she arrives. Tiny children, who also travel through a very big world, will share the wonder of this little ant’s big adventure, as well as the feeling of accomplishment at journey’s end. Diane Wolkstein’s engaging story of a delight-filled visit ..." |
 | | The Banza a Haitian Story by Diane Wolkstein Paperback, Published 1987 by Checkerboard Pr ISBN-13: 978-0-02-688768-7, ISBN: 0-02-688768-1 |
 | | The Cool Ride in the Sky by Diane Wolkstein Library, 32 Pages, Published 1973 by Alfred A Knopf Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-394-92489-2, ISBN: 0-394-92489-4 "The monkey gets even with the buzzard for deceiving and devouring two of his friends." |
 | | The Cool Ride in the Sky by Diane Wolkstein Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1973 by Random House Trade ISBN-13: 978-0-394-82489-5, ISBN: 0-394-82489-X |
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