An illustrated collection of tales featuring notable trickster characters such as Raven and Hare, from the folk traditions of many countries.

Hill of beans -- Brer Rabbit and the fatal imitation -- How Raven stole back the light -- Home of one's own -- Coyote and the little tune -- Chauntecleer's dream -- Frog and Crow -- Tricks and truth -- Raven and Crayfish -- Revenge is sweet -- Lion and Unicorn -- Making of the world -- King of all birds -- Partner -- Ocean cruise -- Nose for a nose -- Vijaya and the elephant's oath -- Coldest night -- Deep, deep well -- How Ananse stole all the stories -- Authors and artist.