Articles written by Diana Tierney
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Superstitions of the Sea
Superstitions were a part of everyday life for the sailors Here we take a look at some of their common beliefs and superstitions
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Henry Morgan
Henry Morgan was perhaps the most successful buccaneer. Here we explore some of his adventures and the man behind the myth.
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Women who Ruled the seas
It wasn't just men who sailed underneath the black flag, women had their share of plundering, pillaging and all things Pirate as well.
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Davy Jones
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.
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Nightmares of the Deep
The myths and legends of Sea Monsters are endless. Here we look at some of the more infamous creatures such as Mermaids, Sea Serpents and the Kraken.
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Blackbeard
The legend of Blackbeard has been told and retold in many different ways. Here some of the actual history of this infamous pirate is revealed.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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.
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Three Apples
A man acts on his suspisions too hastily causing him to do things for which there is no turning back.
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Aushenputtel
This classic fairytale is retold in classic Grimm's brothers fashion.
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Theseus
Everyone knows of Hercules. However, there is another hero in Greek Mythology named Theseus who had some adventures of his own.
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White Lotus Magic
The adventures of a master of the secret Buddhist sect know as White Lotus. In this Chinese tale we learn about the magic that he did.
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Who should he kill?
A folktale about a boy who has to make a choice about who his father is. Do genetics trump kindness?
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Why Koala has no Tail
The koala is a beloved and well recognized animal. When the koala thinks only of himself he ends up paying a price for it.
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Snakes and Bladders
Gabriella Kalapos author of "Fertility Goddesses, Groundhog Bellies and the Coca-Cola Company discusses the folktale behind the popular holiday Saint Patrick's Day.
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Aesop's fables
Some simple yet brilliant fables told by Aesop to illustrate his point regarding morals.
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Outwitting fate
A Hindu holy man outwits a god and changes the fate for the children of his mentor.
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Calamity Jane
There are many legends in the American West. One of the greatest is that of Calamity Jane. Here we see how she got her name in the process of saving an Army Hero.
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Antuco's Luck
Antuco was an orphan with what looked like only one choice left in his life but luck had other things in mind.
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The Ox and the Donkey
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.
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Rapunzel
Just because something is labeled as a fairytale doesn't mean that it is only for children. Rapunzel is a fairytale with adult themes and adult consequences.
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Hiawatha
On a mission of peace Hiawatha faced hardship as he united the people of the Iroquois nation.
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The Children Of Lir
The Children of Lir had a wonderful bright future ahead of them but it was robbed due to one woman's jealousy.
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Arabian Nights
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.
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Rip Van Winkle
Rip Van Winkle is the story of a man who in trying to escape from a nagging wife accidently gets mixed up with some little old men and finds himself sleeping for 20 years
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Groundhog's Day
The Author of "Fertility Goddesses, Groundhog Bellies and the Coca-Cola Company" explores the surprising origins of this holiday about a little rodent
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Teddy Bear
From their creation during the turn of the century to their firmly held status with American Culture today the Teddy Bear has a mythology all it's own.
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The New Year
Celebrating the New Year when we do is a relatively new thing for our culture. However, the New Year is not a new holiday, it has some very old roots.
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Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is growing holiday celebrated by African Americans. The exact number of people that follow this holiday is unkown however the principles we can all respect.
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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas
From grandiose beginnings as the Norse god Odin to the Symbol of a holiday Santa Clause has slowly evolved over time into the jolly old man that we know today.
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A Great Miracle Happend There
Chanakuh is holiday that is celebrated all around the world this time of year. But do you know the story as to why it is so important?
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A Christmas Carol
It's amazing to think that one simple folktale shaped how we celebrate Christmas today.
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Holiday Decorations
Every year we decorate our homes a certain way but do we know why? The history or these decorations are explored.
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Thanksgiving
In the historic scheme of things thanksgiving is a relatively new holiday. It has an interesting history that is worth exploring.
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Frogs
It is somewhat surprising that the frog is so important to Mythology and Folklore. Being an amphibean that transforms it is a symbol for birth, death and rebirth.
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Peter Pan
The story of a boy who refuses to grow up is even more endearing once the events behind the legend are looked at.
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Halloween Traditions
We blindly celebrate this holiday with out taking the time to think about where the origins came from.
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The creatures of Harry Potter
The Harry Potter series is very popular. It features creatures that have a long history in mythology and folklore.
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Werewolves
This Halloween monster is ancient and feeds on a very old fascination in human mythology
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The legend of Sleepy Hollow
The legend of Sleepy Hollow is much more than just a Ghost story. It leaves the reader with a moral lesson learned and questions asked at the end of the story.
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Artemis
A complex diety that was popular with the Greeks and Romans.
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Hansel and Grethel
Everyone knows the basics of this story. However there is more that is usually left out in the traditional story telling.
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King Arthur and The Sword
Arthur was not just handed the kingdom. The odds were against him to become king however he did not give up and became a man of legend.
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Looking into Hawaiian Mythology
A look into the mythology of Hawaii that is sometimes over looked but yet quite unique.
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Trickster
These trickster deities add some humor and mischief to many myths. Some have good results other very grave.
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The poetry of Shel Silverstein
a look at modern folklore created by the children's author Shel Silverstein.
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St George and the Dragon
The story of a Saint that saved a town and became the patron saint of England
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The Little Mermaid
Not every story in children's literature has a happy ending.
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The Tragedy of Corruption
We have all heard of Atlantis but do we really know the story? Here we take a look at the story presented by Plato.
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Pandora's Box
Have you ever wondered why so many bad things happen in the world? Or men, why can't you understand why women are the way they are? Well this myth solves those questions.
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Just So Stories
A look at a few of the folktales given in this book by Rudyard Kipling.
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Moon Folktales
A look at some of the moon folktales that have been told in different cultures.
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Flood myths
Flood myths from various cultures are examined.
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Hindu Sacred Animals
The sacred cow and monkey have been a point of curiosity amongst many in the western civilization here we explore why they are important to Hindu Myth.
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Rumplestiltskin
The story of a dwarf who thought he had one quite the little bet. A story analysys of a Grinmm's brother's classic.
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The Sleeping Beauty
A look at two versions of the same story but with the same message.
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Nursery Rhymes
A history behind the rhymes that we have learned from our childhood.
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Pirate folklore
a new phenomena of our pop culture isn't quite so new. This popular folklore has a basis in history.
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An American story
We hardly ever hear about them anymore. They are here and these unique tales are reminding us of the time of our early American Ancestors.
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Goddesses that strike a chord
There are many women portrayed in Mythology. However there are some that stay with us for all time.
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