Stray Leaves from Strange Literature (1884) by Lafcadio Hearn is a collection of tales and narratives drawn from various cultural sources, particularly focusing on Japanese literature. Hearn, known for his deep engagement with Japanese culture and folklore, presents these stories with a blend of respect and interpretative insight.

The 1884 edition of Stray Leaves from Strange Literature by Lafcadio Hearn features a collection of unusual and intriguing stories from various cultures. Here is the table of contents for that edition:"The Story of the Old Man Who Lost His Wife" (Japanese) "The Story of the Grateful Crane" (Japanese) "The Story of the Pious Ruler" (Japanese) "The Story of the Ghostly Bride" (Japanese) "The Story of the Talkative Tengu" (Japanese) "The Story of the Stonecutter" (Japanese) "The Story of the Bamboo-Cutter and the Moon-Child" (Japanese) "The Story of the Ogre and the Hermit" (Japanese) "The Story of the Spider's Thread" (Japanese) "The Story of the Man Who Became a Ghost" (Japanese)