by Dan Keding (Author)

Traditional folktales from around the world celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders, presenting them as crones, wise men, sages, magic helpers, and fools. Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies. It is also a fine resource for storytellers performing in senior centers, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.

Author Biography

Dan Keding is an internationally-known storyteller, balladeer, and award-wining author and recording artist. He writes a column for Sing Out! The Folk Music Magazine, has contributed articles to numerous anthologies, is author of Stories of Hope and Spirit (2004), and is co-editor of English Folktales (Libraries Unlimited, 2005).

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