Italian Folktales
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Italian Folktales is a collection of 200 folk stories gathered and rewritten by Italo Calvino, showcasing the rich oral traditions of Italy.
These tales originate from various regions, reflecting the diverse cultural landscapes and local customs of the country.
Calvino preserves the essence of these stories while infusing them with his own narrative style and wit.
The collection features a wide array of characters, from clever peasants and mischievous animals to magical creatures and noble heroes.
Each story offers a glimpse into the values, beliefs, and superstitions of the Italian people.
The collection is a celebration of storytelling and the enduring power of folk narratives.
These tales originate from various regions, reflecting the diverse cultural landscapes and local customs of the country.
Calvino preserves the essence of these stories while infusing them with his own narrative style and wit.
The collection features a wide array of characters, from clever peasants and mischievous animals to magical creatures and noble heroes.
Each story offers a glimpse into the values, beliefs, and superstitions of the Italian people.
The collection is a celebration of storytelling and the enduring power of folk narratives.
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