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An Ocean Full of Stories : 50 Folktales and Legends from Around the World

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Dive into a watery world in An Ocean Full of Stories, an illustrated anthology of folk tales from around the globe.

 

Sit back, get comfortable and dive into this illustrated collection of folk stories from every corner of the globe, all inspired by water ways big and small.

From the bubbling source of a river and the gentle pitter patter of rain to the powerful crashing waves of a storm and the murky depths of the oceans, this is a rich resource of folk tales old and new.

Featuring stories of mermaids; ocean gods; magical fish and majestic dragons, there is something for everyone in this collection of tales inspired by watery worlds.

Expertly retold by the award-winning Angela McAllister, each story is brought to life with rich and detailed illustrations by Sally Agar that will capture imaginations and transport readers to water ways across the world. For story lovers young and old this is the perfect gift for all the family and ocean lovers everywhere.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Harper ★★★★★

My kids and I have been reading one story each night before bed, and the global mix keeps it from ever feeling repetitive. The soft, detailed illustrations on every page make it just as enjoyable for me as it is for them.

Timothy S. ★★★★★

My kids beg for "one more story" every night—the global mix keeps things fresh, and the anthology's length is perfect for bedtime without feeling rushed. The variety of sea creatures and legends from different cultures makes it feel like a little world tour before sleep.

Violet L. ★★★★★

The illustrations are genuinely gorgeous, and the range of stories means there’s always something new to read aloud at bedtime. My daughter gets excited just flipping through the pages to pick the next tale.