Philippine Folk Tales by Mabel Cook Cole
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"Philippine Folk Tales" by Mabel Cook Cole is a collection of traditional stories compiled and annotated in the early 20th century. This anthology focuses on the rich folklore of the Philippines, presenting tales that delve into the magic, superstitions, and customs of various indigenous tribes in the archipelago. The opening of the collection introduces the author's intention and the cultural context of the tales, highlighting her experiences among the wild tribes of
the Philippines during her ethnological work. It sets the stage for the stories to come, which are grouped by different tribes, including the Tinguian and Igorot. The narratives promise a deep dive into mythical characters, such as Aponibolinayen, and themes of magical transformations, interactions with nature, and the exploration of human emotions and relationships, encapsulating the essence of Philippine folklore. The stories not only entertain but also serve to preserve cultural heritage and provide insights into the values and beliefs of the Filipino people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Cole, Mabel Cook, 1880-1978? |
|---|---|
| Title | Philippine Folk Tales |
| Credits |
Produced by This eBook is produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/. Illustrations have been added from a copy made available at The Internet Archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Folklore -- Philippines |
| Subject | Tales -- Philippines |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12814 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12814-6 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4508 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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