Turkish Fairy Tales And Folk Tales

The British author and translator R. Nisbet Bain put together Turkish Fairy Tales and Folk Tales which is a collection of traditional stories from Turkey. Some stories are about love and adventure while others are about magic and mythical creatures. The stories in the book give a glimpse into Turkish folklore and culture giving information about the history and customs of the country. Many of the stories have elements that are common in fairy tales from all over the world like animals that can talk brave heroes and evil villains. Along with the stories the book has an introduction that talks about Turkish folklore and a glossary of Turkish words that are used in the stories. The stories are also accompanied by pictures that add to the books charm and make it easier to get lost in it. Overall Turkish Fairy Tales and Folk Tales is a charming and interesting collection that gives readers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of Turkey through the magic of storytelling.