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6 American Folklore Creatures You Should Know

There are many American folklore creatures from the east to west coast. They include anything from Bigfoot to the Jersey Devil. Let’s take a look at some of the creatures in the United States that currently inhabit the forests, cities,…

Why Bigfoot Remains a Captivating Legend Today

Bigfoot is a well-known cryptid, and today we explore how “legends” (specifically Bigfoot) are important in storytelling and language.

Myth vs Legend vs Tall Tale: What Sets Them Apart?

Zeus, The Headless Horseman, Paul Bunyan, and Bigfoot all share some commonalities. Clearly, there are supernatural and fantastical elements in each of their stories, but how do myths, legends, and tall tales differ? And, how can we distinguish between them?…