Treasury of Vietnamese Folk Tales: Volume 1

by Nguyễn Đổng Chi  

Illustrated by Jeet Zdũng 

Edited and curated by Kim Trần 

Translated by Lan Võ and Nguyễn Bình 

The Treasury of Vietnamese Folk Tales series is the most complete and indispensable text collection when it comes to Vietnamese folk tales. Gathering over 200 stories from across the Vietnamese people, this collection is a celebration of cultural heritage, storytelling traditions, and the enduring power of myth.

The stories in Volume 1 shine a spotlight on the women of Vietnamese folklore—not damsels in distress, but as heroes, tricksters, warriors, and sometimes even villains.

Each tale comes with hand-drawn illustrations by award-winning artist Jeet ZDũng. Evoking the craftsmanship of folk Vietnamese artisans, each artwork offers a rich, immersive window into the spirit and texture of the past.