This books celebrates mature women - women whom author Sharon Creeden
likens to fully opened blossoms. A professional storyteller, Creeden
draws on folktales, her stock-in-trade, to illuminate female heroism and
life issues women face, including childbirth, aging, and death. Each
folktale is paired with a vignette about a notable American woman. Using
this approach, Creeden provides a rich context for viewing women's
lives--and brings us some inspired pairings. The stories included here
come from a wide array of traditions, such as Mexico, Ethiopia, China,
Japan, the South Pacific, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Scotland, Wales,
Greek mythology, biblical scripture, the American South, and the
Cherokee nation. This collection features strong female protagonists who
teach readers the importance of courage, caring and confidence!