(3) YA Illustrated by Connie J. Adams. Telling the origins of a singular Yapese custom, "The Stone Money of Yap" is but one legend in this collection of Micronesian stories. Presenting legends from several islands along with substantial background information about each culture, this is an unusual resource about an area of the Pacific little known to most North Americans. Strong black-and-white woodcuts complement the tales. Bib.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt

(4) 4-6 Illustrated by Connie J. Adams. Over forty tales--including creation myths, ghost stories, and animal tales--are presented in an overlong volume. Each section contains a lengthy introduction providing the historical background of a region, identifying specific islands, and touching on traditions of the various peoples. The margins are littered with definitions and pronunciation guides, making the book appear more educational than entertaining. Bib.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta