PONOROGO FOLKTALES Classic and Modern Retellings

Ponorogo is widely known for its iconic Reog performance, but beyond the stage lies a rich collection of folktales filled with meaning, mystery, and cultural wisdom. This book brings together selected stories from Ponorogo, presented in two forms: the classic versions that preserve their original narratives and modern retellings that reinterpret them for contemporary readers.

Through stories such as Golan and Mirah, Ngebel Lake, Sampung Village, and the legend of Dewi Songgolangit, readers are invited to explore themes of love, sacrifice, identity, and transformation. Each narrative not only reflects the values of the past but also offers new perspectives that resonate with today’s generation.

By combining tradition with creativity, this book aims to bridge cultural heritage and modern storytelling. It is designed for students, educators, and general readers who wish to engage with Indonesian folklore in meaningful ways. This is not only a collection of stories, but an invitation to rediscover culture through imagination, reflection, and interpretation.