The Diamond Tree: Jewish Tales from Around the World / A witch who turns children into diamonds...A giant who hitches a ride on Noah's Ark...
A prince who thinks he is a rooster....
A girl who wishes upon a star -- and becomes a star herself...
They're all here in this timeless and unique complilation of Jewish folktales -- gathered from as far away as Yemen, Iraq and Morocco, and dating as far back as the 3rd century. Filled with prophets, rabbis, angels and goblins, these are humorous, wise and truly magical stories.
Folklorists Howard Schwartz and Barbara Rush have created a wonderful collection that will entertain and inspire readers of all ages.
These 15 Jewish fairy and folktales include stories from Yemen, Iraq, Morocco, and Eastern Europe. Young readers will recognize familiar characters and meet new ones such as the foolish Chusham, and Katanya, a Jewish Thumbelina.
