Award-winning storyteller Bobby Norfolk brings his talents to six traditional stories. A mixture of classic stories and lesser-known folktales, these are all performance-tested audience favorites, capturing Norfolk's trademark energy and humor. Whether the story is from the American South, Japan, or the Caribbean, Norfolk pinpoints the message of the story and invites his listeners to celebrate the best in all of us.
AWARDS Parents' Choice 2005 gold award winner
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Moocher and the Butcher's Meat (2:18)
This fable from Aesop points out the consequences of theft and greed.
2. Jack and the Box of Gold (12:07)
In my personal version of this traditional tale, Lazy Jack achieves his goal through obedience to his mother and persistence in his task.
3. Baby Hawk Learns to Fly (11:36)
This adaptation demonstrates the universal truth that we must all exhibit purposes, patience, confidence, and courage to make our way in this world.
4. The Golden Arm (11:10)
This classic African-American ghost story, adapted from a retelling by Mark Twain, is an example of what happens when promises are broken.
5. Three Strong Women (9:33)
This adaptation of a Japanese folktale points out the importance of humility over arrogance and conceit.
6. Callaloo and the Crab (14:04)
A story for all time-rich in metaphor and message for young and old, of all faiths, beliefs, and political leanings.
