Diane Wolkstein

Diane Wolkstein was an influential American storyteller and scholar who specialized in sharing and researching myths, legends, and folk narratives from cultures around the world. She dedicated her life to preserving oral storytelling traditions, interpreting their cultural significance, and making them accessible to modern audiences. Wolkstein’s work often involved collecting stories, performing them publicly, and teaching others about their meanings. She helped appreciate storytelling as an important art form and a way to understand different cultures. Her contributions enriched the understanding of folklore and emphasized the power of stories to connect people across diverse backgrounds.