https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/folk-stories-from-southern-nigeria-west-africa--7040399enBooksCopyright Crime and Mystery Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/da928a3a92d29eacccc6eda00204e4b6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/folk-stories-from-southern-nigeria-west-africa--7040399Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:26 +0000Elphinstone DayrellCrime and Mystery Genrespreaker47@podcastlibrary.orgA collection of folk stories and fairy tales from Southern Nigeria gathered by Elphinstone Dayrell, deputy commissioner of the region when the book was published. - Summary by Elsie Selwynfalse5fabab00-c16b-5899-9207-cf28a4589dfaepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fisherman-and-his-soul-oscar-wilde--74477556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74477556Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:15 +0000Elphinstone DayrellFisherman and his Soul by Oscar Wilde is a poignant tale that explores the profound connection between the human spirit and the essence of the soul. This enchanting narrative delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the quest for identity, making it...4821falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/book-of-fairy-tale-foxes-clifton-johnson--74429262https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74429262Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Book of Fairy-Tale Foxes" by Clifton Johnson is a captivating collection that brings to life the whimsical and enchanting tales of foxes, showcasing their cleverness and charm. These timeless stories resonate with themes of wit, cunning, and the...9129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aino-folk-tales-basil-hall-chamberlain--74365697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74365697Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Elphinstone DayrellAino Folk-Tales by Basil Hall Chamberlain presents a captivating collection of traditional stories that reflect the rich cultural heritage and folklore of the Aino people. These tales, steeped in wisdom and moral lessons, explore timeless themes of...8500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indian-story-book-richard-wilson--74294458https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74294458Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Indian Story Book" by Richard Wilson invites listeners into a rich tapestry of narratives that reflect the cultural heritage and timeless wisdom of Indian folklore. This collection showcases the enduring themes of morality, community, and the human...24160falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indian-fairy-book-henry-r-schoolcraft--74179966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74179966Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:11 +0000Elphinstone DayrellThe "Indian Fairy Book" by Henry R. Schoolcraft is a captivating collection that delves into the rich tapestry of Native American folklore, offering listeners a glimpse into the enchanting world of myths and legends. These timeless tales reflect the...25903falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fairy-tales-hans-christian-andersen--74118030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74118030Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:20 +0000Elphinstone DayrellImmerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Fairy Tales" by Hans Christian Andersen, where timeless narratives weave together themes of love, sacrifice, and the triumph of the human spirit. Andersen's masterful storytelling captures the essence of...18596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-of-california-and-the-old-southwest-katharine-berry-judson--74070965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74070965Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Myths And Legends Of California And The Old Southwest" by Katharine Berry Judson delves into the rich tapestry of folklore that shapes the cultural landscape of the American West. This collection captures the timeless tales and enduring spirits of...12239falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-giants-from-brazil-elsie-spicer-eells--74016652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74016652Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Tales of Giants From Brazil" by Elsie Spicer Eells invites listeners into a world of folklore that captures the imagination and highlights the rich cultural tapestry of Brazil. This collection of stories features larger-than-life characters and...7803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-of-the-great-plains-katharine-berry-judson--73960368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73960368Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Myths and Legends of the Great Plains" by Katharine Berry Judson invites listeners into a rich tapestry of folklore, exploring the enchanting stories that have shaped the cultural landscape of the Great Plains. This collection captures the essence of...11404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-of-saints-and-sinners-douglas-hyde--73901865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73901865Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:29 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Legends of Saints and Sinners" by Douglas Hyde delves into the rich tapestry of folklore, exploring the timeless tales that shape the cultural landscape of Southern Nigeria. This collection illuminates the interplay between faith and morality,...29191falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hollow-tree-snowed-in-book-albert-bigelow-paine--73788715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73788715Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:43 +0000Elphinstone DayrellHollow Tree Snowed In by Albert Bigelow Paine invites listeners into a whimsical world where the charm of nature and the spirit of adventure come alive. This enchanting tale captures the essence of childhood wonder and the joys of exploration, making...13144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-reindeer-thornton-w-burgess--73752677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73752677Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:46 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Christmas Reindeer" by Thornton W. Burgess captures the enchanting spirit of the holiday season through the charming lens of nature and wildlife. This delightful tale invites listeners to experience the magic of Christmas, showcasing the beauty of...9270falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-house-catherine-sinclair--73722905https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73722905Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Holiday House-Catherine Sinclair" invites listeners into a captivating narrative that explores themes of home, belonging, and the essence of holiday spirit. This timeless story resonates with anyone who has ever sought solace or joy in the comfort of...30229falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idylls-of-the-king-alfred-lord-tennyson--73699455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73699455Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:20 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Idylls of the King" by Alfred, Lord Tennyson is a poetic retelling of the Arthurian legends, capturing the ideals of chivalry, honor, and the quest for a noble purpose. Tennyson explores the complexities of love, duty, and betrayal through the lens...33635falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aesop-s-fables-volume-01-fables-1-25-aesop--73675627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73675627Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:57:02 +0000Elphinstone DayrellAesop's Fables, Volume 01 presents a collection of timeless tales that encapsulate moral lessons through simple yet profound narratives. These fables, featuring a diverse array of animals and their interactions, explore themes of wisdom, justice, and...2772falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aesop-s-fables-volume-08-fables-176-200-aesop--73650411https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73650411Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:28:23 +0000Elphinstone DayrellAesop's Fables, Volume 08 presents a collection of timeless tales, specifically Fables 176-200, that encapsulate moral lessons through simple yet profound narratives. Each fable serves as a reflection of human behavior, showcasing virtues and vices...1910falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/demi-gods-james-stephens--73617319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73617319Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:35:20 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Demi-Gods" by James Stephens explores the rich tapestry of folklore and mythology, weaving tales that resonate with the human experience. This collection captures the essence of demi-gods and their interactions with mortals, reflecting timeless...16663falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ikom-folk-stories-from-southern-nigeria-elphinstone-dayrell--73295379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73295379Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:08:17 +0000Elphinstone Dayrell"Ikom Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria" by Elphinstone Dayrell invites listeners into a rich tapestry of traditional narratives that reflect the cultural heritage of the Ikom people. These folk stories are not just entertaining tales; they...21394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/folk-stories-from-southern-nigeria-west-africa-elphinstone-dayrell--72042668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72042668Sun, 17 May 2026 16:49:42 +0000Elphinstone DayrellA collection of folk stories and fairy tales from Southern Nigeria gathered by Elphinstone Dayrell, deputy commissioner of the region when the book was published. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn17140africa,culture,dayrell,deputy,elphinstone,folk,heritage,nigeria,southern,westfalsefull