Hero Tales And Legends Of The Serbians (1915) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164436881)

Hero Tales and Legends of the Serbians is a book written by Woislav M. Petrovitch and published in 1915. The book is a collection of traditional Serbian stories, myths, and legends that have been passed down through generations. The stories include tales of heroic figures, such as Prince Marko and Tsar Lazar, as well as supernatural beings like dragons and witches. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different type of story. The first section focuses on the history of the Serbian people, including their struggles against invading forces and their eventual independence. The second section contains stories of heroes and their deeds, while the third section features tales of supernatural beings and their interactions with humans. Throughout the book, Petrovitch provides background information and context for each story, as well as his own interpretations and analysis. He also includes translations of original Serbian poetry and songs that accompany some of the stories. Overall, Hero Tales and Legends of the Serbians is a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Serbian people. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or the history of the Balkans.Illustrated By William Sewell And Gilbert James.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Woislav M. Petrovitch
ISBN-10: 1164436880
ISBN-13: 9781164436881
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 486
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.94lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d