Examines several of the ways in which wishes are made in various parts of the world, from blowing dandelion fluff and tossing coins in water to tying pieces of cloth to trees and folding paper cranes.

"To the student of myth: This book attempts to provide a concise overview of the theoretical approaches to studying mythology, both in theory and in everyday life. Whether one is interested in a particular myth or mythic tradition, or understanding comparative mythology more broadly, or even the subject and overview of mythology as a whole, this text attempts to present a clear and understandable introduction to some of the best tried and true approaches,...

The Muppets learn about traditions from around the world as they celebrate New Year's Eve.

Beautiful in their simplicity, startling in their originality, and unsurpassed in their craftsmanship, the stories in this volume highlight one of America's master storytellers of all times.

Introduces the many different places where people live around the world, from the mountaintops of Yemen to the canals of Venice, and examines the different kinds of houses humans have built to live in extreme geographical locations.