The Coyote Road Trickster Tales
The Coyote Road Trickster Tales by Ellen Datlow is a reprint edition published by Viking in 2009, featuring 523 pages in English. This anthology presents a collection of stories that explore trickster myths from various cultures around the world, showcasing the creativity of twenty-six authors, including notable names such as Holly Black and Jane Yolen. Each tale draws on the rich tradition of trickster characters like Coyote, Anansi, and Brer Rabbit, offering readers a diverse array of narratives that are both engaging and thought-provoking.
Readers will find a comprehensive introduction to trickster myths by Terri Windling, setting the stage for the imaginative tales that follow. The collection highlights the unique perspectives of its contributors, making it a valuable addition to the genres of juvenile fiction, fantasy, and folklore. The book is adorned with remarkable decorations by Charles Vess, enhancing the reading experience. This anthology is suitable for both young adult and experienced readers, providing a mix of short stories that are accessible and entertaining.
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In the same spirit as My Mother She Killed Me, My Father He Ate Me, twenty-six incredible authors regale us with stories of trickster myths from around the world.
Coyote. Anansi. Brer Rabbit. Trickster characters have long been a staple of folk literature. Twenty-six authors, including Holly Black (The Spiderwick Chronicles), Charles de Lint (Little (Grrl) Lost), Ellen Klages (The Green Glass Sea), Kelly Link (Pretty Monsters), Patricia A, McKillip (Ombria in Shadow), and Jane Yolen, have crafted stories and poems drawing from cultures and traditions all over the world–each surprising, engrossing, and thought provoking. Terri Windling provides a comprehensive introduction to the trickster myths of the world, and the entire book is highlighted by the remarkable decorations of Charles Vess.
The Coyote Road, like its companions The Green Man (winner of the World Fantasy Award) and The Faery Reel (a World Fantasy Award Finalist), is essential reading for anyone interested in contemporary fantasy fiction.
“This excellent collection is bound to find an audience among experienced readers of the genre but is attractive to less-able readers, as well, for the short, punchy stories and an always-engaging trickster character.”–School Library Journal
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