Relive the magic of classic fairy tales in this beautifully illustrated edition. For centuries fantastical stories of witches, giants, princesses, talking animals, and magical kingdoms have been passed from generation to generation. Many of the fairy tales we are most familiar with today have their roots in this oral tradition of storytelling. The World Treasury of Fairy Tales and Folklore is a stunning collection of fairy tales organized by date of printing. From tales of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries (Little Red Riding Hood, Fair Goldilocks, Beauty and the Beast), to familiar tales collected by The Brothers Grimm in the 19th century (The Frog King, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, Snow White), to some lesser-known tales and stories from outside Europe, this book showcases a broad range of examples from this extraordinary genre. Tales are compiled and introduced by leading academics in the field, adding to a deeper understanding of beloved stories. This beautifully illustrated collection of fairy tales and folklore is an essential addition to all family libraries.

This beautifully illustrated book offers seventeen of the best-loved fairy tales belonging to the French, Danish, German and Polish cultural heritage. Written in a beautiful yet lively language, this new edition of timeless Classics has been carefully adapted to meet the expectations of today’s younger readers. Indeed, small children will welcome it with keen interest, readily making it their favorite first book of fairy tales. Amongst others, this enchanting selection includes Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood, Thumbelina, The Snow Queen, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel, and Puss in Boots.

This beautiful children's story treasury brings together 14 classic children's fairy tales and 17 well-known myths and legends from around the world in one magical collection. Perfect for children aged 5-7, these charmingly illustrated books bring together the best-loved characters and stories from across time, ideal for enjoying together at bedtime or reading aloud to little ones. A First Book of Fairytales includes everlasting favourites such as Sleeping Beauty, The Princess and the Pea, and Cinderella, while A First Book of Myths brings well-known tales to life including The Fall of Icarus, How Butterflies Began, and The Kingdom Under the Sea. Brought together in a beautiful slipcase, A First Book of Fairytales and A First Book of Myths are the perfect gift for a young loved one. Full contents Fairytales: Cinderella, The Selfish Giant, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, The Frog Prince, Beauty and the Beast, Diamonds and Toads, The Twelve Dancing Princesses, The Fisherman and his Wife, The Princess and the Pea, Rumpelstiltskin, The Snow Queen. Myths: The Fall of Icarus, The Golden Touch, Andromeda, Wolf Babies, Coyote Dances with a Star, The First Corn, A Newborn Warrior, How the Animals Got Their Shapes, How Butterflies Began, Balder the Beautiful, Rama and Sita, The Enchanted Island, The Kingdom Under the Sea, The Crocodile and the Baby, How the Sun and Moon Appeared, The Goddess and the Farmboy, The Weaver and the Cowherd

Collection of over 40 fairy tales.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Chris Colfer comes a gorgeous, full-color fairy-tale treasury. Dear Reader, you hold in your hands a very special book that contains more than thirty-five classic fairy tales and nursery rhymes, plus your very own survival guide to the Land of Stories. If you notice the pages glowing, followed by an inviting humming noise, don't be afraid! That is just the book's magic. But whatever you do, don't lean too far into the book. You never know where you might end up. Enter the world of fairy tales in this stunning illustrated gift book that includes more than thirty-five beloved stories and rhymes retold by #1 New York Times bestselling author Chris Colfer. This gorgeous, full-color companion book to the Land of Stories series will appeal to new and old fans alike, who will delight in favorite classics such as "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," "Jack and the Beanstalk," and more. Here is the beloved fairy-tale treasury that Alex and Conner fall into in The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell--a beautifully designed addition to the series, and the magical book that started it all!

Andrew Lang, critical writer and collector of fairy tales, had gathered one of the most impressive collections of stories into a series of twelve fairy books. With tales spanning many cultures and countries, Andrew Lang's Fairy Books exhibited some of the strangest yet most mesmerizing tales chronicled throughout the 19th century. This collection highlights some of the more obscure or lesser known fairy tales gathered by Andrew Lang. Once again feel the visceral and enchanting magic invoked by Cinderella or Hansel and Gretel with these stories that have only entered the fringes of the public eye. Together, these twenty-eight fairy tales selected from Andrew Lang's Fairy Books represent the rich and secret depths of the archetypical spirit forged by the oral tradition.

This collection gathers breathtaking art from early editions of "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and other classics. 180 elegant images — most in color — include works by Rackham, Dore, Dulac, Nielsen, and others.

AFaerie Treasury is a comprehensive, insightful, and magical guide to the world of the fae! You'll find a wealth of facts, real-life faerie stories, tips, advice, and faerie inspiration. This detailed yet fun book explains the hierarchy of faerie, their culture, religion, and lives, and is designed to be dipped into whenever you need inspiration – the perfect gift for anyone wanting to know how to bring faerie wisdom and magic into their lives! You will discover: •Amazing real-life stories of contact with the faerie folk from all over the world •The flowers and trees favoured by the little people, and the best oils, crystals, and candle colours to encourage faeries into your space. •Use the remarkable A-Z reference of faeries to find out which faeries are good… and which are just plain naughty! •Discover the faeries’ secret hide-outs •Find out how to turn your home and garden into magical faerie spaces •Have fun with magical faerie crafts History, myths, and real-life accounts are combined in this fascinating book, for all those who are intrigued by the enchanting, magical, and mysterious realm of faeries! This is a repackage of A Faerie Treasury

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