Song of the Sea: Myths, Tales, and Folklore

by Ann Spencer

Seafaring nations may be miles apart geographically but they share a love of storytelling and singing. Song of the Sea collects the myths, legends, and tunes of sailors the world over. From selkies and salty dogs, chanties and charts, to mermaids and monsters and pirates, there’s a story for everyone.

Sailors are very learn which days are lucky for sailing and how to avoid inadvertently causing calamity aboard ship. Discover why a dead sailor stows away for eternity in Davy Jones Locker. Finally, read about the gruesome end that awaited a convicted pirate – after he was hanged for his crimes.

Genres: Mythology

208 pages, Paperback

First published February 15, 2001

Reviews

[K.D. Bissonette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little book full of details about the sea and creatures in it!

[Danica · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Westcoast_girl · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book of tales of the sea.
They are good for children and adults alike.
Each story is a traditional legend from sailors and include the story of the selkies (seal-women), and a story on how to sea became salty.

[Doaa Mesbah · Rating 3 out of 5]

الفيلم عظيم بالمناسبه ^_^
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