Serbian Folktales

The heroic, poetic, powerful tales of Serbian folklore reflect the nature of ancient South Slavic peoples. Stories of the Serbian people are both poetic and strident, reflecting their proud heritage as Southern Slavs, who, in the years after the fall of the Western Roman Empire, swept South, taking over the lands of the once great Ancient Greeks, the Latins, and the Thracians.

Their folktales echo the beautiful landscape and the intermingling with the classic, heroic culture of the Byzantines. With a new introduction, this powerful collection gathers together tales such as He Who Asks Little Receives Much, The Maiden Wiser Than the Tsar, The Biter Bit, Good Deeds Never Perish, and The Ram With the Golden Fleece.

Serbian Folktales is compiled by Jake Jackson, who has written, edited, and contributed to over 20 books on mythology and folklore. His related works include studies of Babylonian creation myths, the philosophy of time, and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature.

The book features 10 black and white line drawings, adding to its rich exploration of Serbian folklore.