This fascinating collection of Ethiopian legends and folktales centers around the Virgin Mary and her mother, Hannâ. Originally written in Ge'ez, an ancient Ethiopian language, and translated by King Theodore's courtiers in the 19th century, these stories offer a glimpse into the rich culture and mythology of Ethiopia. This new translation includes an introduction and notes by a leading Ethiopian scholar, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in Ethiopian culture and folklore.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.