02155cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000250011324500320013826400510017030000470022133600260026833700260029433800360032050000310035650800340038752012550042153400450167665300280172165300320174985600430178199900170182410771UtSlPG20260610133246.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aGR1 aMiller, John Maurice10aPhilippine Folklore Stories 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-01-01  aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman  a"Philippine Folklore Stories" by John Maurice Miller is a collection of traditional myths and legends likely written in the early 20th century. The book captures the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines through a series of enchanting tales that entertain while also imparting moral lessons. The stories delve into various themes, such as the consequences of greed, kindness, bravery, and the supernatural interplay between humans and mystical beings.  The stories within the book each highlight unique characters and scenarios, drawing from the landscape and cultural beliefs of the Philippine Islands. For instance, "The Tobacco of Harisaboqued" tells of a benevolent mountain king and the dire consequences faced due to broken promises, while "The Light of the Fly" humorously conveys a moral about being observant and aware. Other tales, such as "Catalina of Dumaguete," feature heroines combating evil forces in fantastical ways, showcasing the enduring themes of bravery and justice. Through vivid storytelling, Miller weaves complex narratives that illustrate the values, fears, and aspirations of the Filipino people, making the book both an enjoyable read and an important cultural artifact. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aFolklore -- Philippines  aFolk literature, Philippine40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10771  c52221d52221