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By: Diana Tierney
There is much about Jones that we don't know. Here we explore what we do know about him and look at what makes him so frightful. more...
By: Diana Tierney
The Wonderful Wizard of OZ is a beloved piece of literature that was turned into a popular movie. Here we look at some of the characters that are prominant in the book. more...
By: Diana Tierney
A man acts on his suspisions too hastily causing him to do things for which there is no turning back. more...
By: Diana Tierney
A Hindu holy man outwits a god and changes the fate for the children of his mentor. more...
By: Diana Tierney
Gabriella Kalapos author of "Fertility Goddesses, Groundhog Bellies and the Coca-Cola Company discusses the folktale behind the popular holiday Saint Patrick's Day. more...
By: Diana Tierney
A merchant's animals transpire to get out of work but one animal ends up paying the price for sticking his nose where it doesn't belong. more...
By: Diana Tierney
The exotic tale of the Arabian Nights is a series of stories with in a story. Shahrazad dared to face a King who out of anger was causing great harm to his kingdom. more...
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