A Boy and His Donkey
An enchanted pilgrimage as a humble boy and his donkey receive miraculous apples from the Virgin Mary
Top Perseverance Stories on GatherTales
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Flowers for Algernon: A Poignant Tale of Experimental Awakening
A moving reimagining of one man’s journey through an experimental treatment for cognitive transformation
Metamorphosis in Berlin: A Family’s Unseen Bonds
When one man wakes transformed, his family must decide what love truly costs.
An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
A daring Civil War saga of covert espionage, as a Union operative narrowly escapes execution at Owl Creek Bridge
The Fairy Shilling
A magical coin that defies distance and destiny to always return to its rightful keeper
Rapunzel: A Tower of Hope and Love
An original German fairy tale of isolation, unwavering hope, and the transformative power of love
Journey to the West: The Silk Road of Heart and Spirit
An epic retelling of the monk Xuanzang’s perilous pilgrimage for sacred wisdom.
The Three Little Pigs: A Tale of Planning and Hard Work
Discover how foresight and determination help three porcine siblings build lasting homes and outsmart a cunning wolf
The Odyssey: Journey of the Wandering King
An original epic recounting Odysseus's arduous voyage home across mythic seas and foreign shores
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp: A Fantasy Tale from Ancient China
Join young Aladdin as he discovers a hidden lamp in a secret cavern, unleashing a mighty genie and beginning an unforgettable adventure of wonder and courage.
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves: A Tale of Hidden Treasure
The timeless Arabian legend of a humble woodcutter who unlocks a secret cave overflowing with unimaginable riches.
Cinderella: A Tale of Kindness and Perseverance
A French-inspired fairy tale weaving kindness, perseverance, and hope in a richly detailed world
The Tortoise and the Hare: A Greek Fable of Perseverance
Discover how steady effort and unwavering determination triumph over arrogance in a timeless tale from ancient Greece.
The Little Match Girl of Copenhagen
A Poignant Tale of Hope and Hardship on a Frosty New Year’s Eve
The Ant and the Grasshopper: A Greek Summer Fable
A timeless Greek fable teaching the rewards of planning ahead and the cost of idleness
Robinson Crusoe: A Tale of Survival and Human Spirit
An epic retelling of Robinson Crusoe’s extraordinary journey and unwavering spirit on a deserted island
The Tale of Hephaestus and the Forge
A journey into the volcanic forge of the fire god, where resilience and ingenuity shape divine metalwork
Rip Van Winkle Reimagined: A Tale of Time’s Passage
An enchanting story set in the Catskill Mountains where a man’s twenty-year slumber reveals a world transformed.
Paul Bunyan and the Mighty Blue Ox
A Colossal American Tall Tale of Logging, Legends, and Giant Heroes
John Henry: The Steel-Driving Legend
A timeless story of a folk hero racing a steam hammer and the spirit of perseverance
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp: A Chinese Adventure
A reimagined tale of courage and loyalty in ancient China, where a young boy discovers a wondrous spirit within a dusty lamp
Sinbad the Sailor: Voyages Across Exotic Seas
Join Sinbad as he confronts mythical beasts, discovers enchanted islands, and navigates treacherous seas in pursuit of fortune and wisdom.
The Harvest Birds
A humble man's journey to claim his own land through sweat, soil, and seasons of unwavering hope
A Boy and His Donkey: The Miracle of the Virgin Mary
A humble boy’s journey with his loyal donkey leads to a sacred encounter and the gift of magical apples