English Fairy Tales And Legends

Author : Rosalind Kerven
Publisher : Batsford Books
ISBN 13 : 1849946205
Total Pages : 233 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book English Fairy Tales and Legends written by Rosalind Kerven and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2019-12-13 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 12 classic English fairy tales and their history, from tales of dragons to Robin Hood. Folk tales and legends are an intrinsic part of English national culture. In his book, Rosalind Kerven has revived the best English fairy tales for a new generation. These are stories of giants, dragons, fairies and Arthurian Romance. Together, they form a perfect introduction to the different types of traditional stories and their place in English oral and written heritage. Each tale is linked with a specific place or county in England: 'The Dragon Castle' from Northumberland, 'The Girl Snatched By Fairies' from County Durham, 'The Princess and the Fool' from Kent and 'The Dark Moon' from Lincolnshire. The book also includes notes on each story: the history and where it came from, its development and short summaries of many related or similar stories.

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Publisher : Presbyterian Publishing Corp
ISBN 13 : 0203217896
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book British Folk Tales and Legends written by and published by Presbyterian Publishing Corp. This book was released on 2004-01-14 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1970 Katharine Briggs published in four volumes the vast and authoritative Dictionary of British Folktales and Legends to wide acclaim. This sampler comprises the very best of those tales and legends. Gathered within, readers will find an extravagance of beautiful princesses and stout stable boys, sour-faced witches and kings with hearts of gold. Each tale is a masterpiece of storytelling, from the hilarious 'Three Sillies' to the delightfully macabre 'Sammle's Ghost'.

Author : Joseph Jacobs
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book More English Fairy Tales written by Joseph Jacobs and published by . This book was released on 1894 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Frederick H. Martens
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1912392143
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Fairy Tales and Legends written by Frederick H. Martens and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-09-19 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fearless heroes, feisty princesses, sly magicians, terrifying dragons, talking foxes and miniature dogs. They all feature in this enthralling compendium of Chinese fairy tales and legends, along with an array of equally colourful characters and captivating plots. Although largely unknown in the West, the 70-plus stories in this volume are just as beguiling as the more familiar Grimms' Fairy Tales or Arabian Nights. They were collected in the early 20th century by Richard Wilhelm and first translated into English by Frederick H Martens. This beautifully produced revised and edited new edition includes updated notes which not only provide background on the tales, but also offer a fascinating insight into ancient Chinese folk lore and culture. These are stories to return to time and time again. From awesome adventures to quirky allegories, from the exploits of the gods to fables about beggars who outwit their betters, Chinese Fairy Tales and Legends is extraordinarily diverse and endlessly engaging. These wonderful stories have enduring and universal appeal, and will intrigue both children and adults.

Author : Edwin Sidney Hartland
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.4Y/5 ( download)

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Download or read book English Fairy and Other Folk Tales written by Edwin Sidney Hartland and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Scholastic
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781407187921
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends written by Scholastic and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-06 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete collection of much loved fairy tales, myths and legends, bound into a beautiful new edition. Whether you're searching for a sky-high beanstalk, a sleeping princess or a bewitched prince, you're guaranteed to find your favourite fairy tales right here. And no matter how the story starts, you'll always find your happy ending. Including Sleeping Beauty, Tom Thumb, Cinderella, Jack and theBeanstalk, Rapunzel, Aladdin and many, many more.

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Roumanian Fairy Tales and Legends written by and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Rosalind Kerven
Publisher : Batsford Books
ISBN 13 : 1849946191
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Faeries, Elves and Goblins written by Rosalind Kerven and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2019-12-13 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique collection of traditional stories about faeries, elves and goblins. Faeries, elves, goblins, leprechauns, brownies, spriggans and many other supernatural beings leap vividly off the page in this collection of haunting stories. Included are 25 stories drawing on folklore from the rich narrative heritage of Britain and Ireland. Marvel over ancient spells to summon faeries to your house, tremble at the shapeshifting powers of dangerous faery queens, lose yourself amongst the illusions of Faeryland and learn how to protect family members from the terrors of faery abduction. Interspersed with facts on faery folklore, these tales cover faery morals, elvish misdemeanours, the spells cast by goblins and the sightings of the creatures, as well as their dealings with mortals. With charming illustrations from favourite illustrators throughout, including Arthur Rackham, this book reminds us of the enduring appeal of folklore and mystery for all generations.

Author : Flora Annie Steel
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781722749439
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book English Fairy Tales written by Flora Annie Steel and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: English Fairy Tales By Flora Annie Steel "One of the great nineteenth-century folklorists, Joseph Jacobs collected stories from oral sources and made scholarly notes on their origin, but he deliberately recorded them in a plain and direct style which he thought suitable for children and which makes them 'supremely tellable'. First published in 1890, his famous collection includes all the well-known tales, such as JACK AND THE BEANSTALK and DICK WHITTINGTON, as well as British variants of stories common to many cultures. The illustrations by John Batten are taken from the first edition." We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

Author : Kate Forrester
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1452152845
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Celtic Tales written by Kate Forrester and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2016-08-30 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's an absorbing introduction to the lore of Albion, but readers will also enjoy teasing out similarities between these tales and more familiar ones." — Publishers Weekly Perilous quests, true love, and animals that talk: The traditional stories of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and Wales transport us to the fantastical world of Celtic folklore. • This Celtic mythology book features 16 stores that were translated and transcribed by folklorists in the late 19th and 20th centuries that focus on themes such as Tricksters, The Sea, Quests, and Romance and mythological creatures. • These timeless tales brim with wit and magic, and each one is brought to life with elegant silhouette art in this special illustrated edition • Celtic Tales is an extraordinary collection that conjures forgotten realms and rare magical creatures in vivid prose Discover the impactful and stunning illustrations by Kate Forrester in this special edition that is sure to impress any true fan of cultural and mythological literature. Discover delightfully entertaining tales such as Master and Man, The Soul Cages, The Red-Etin, and The Witch of Lok Island. Celtic Tales makes an impressive gift for any fan of greek mythology, roman mythology, Chinese mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe.