The Fairy Godmothers and Other Tales: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Fairy Godmothers and Other Tales is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Gatty, Alfred, Mrs. (1809–1873).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Fairy Godmothers and Other Tales" by Mrs. Alfred Gatty is a collection of children's stories encompassing themes of morality and human happiness, written during the mid-19th century. The narratives revolve around various fairy godmothers who bestow gifts on mortal children, emphasizing both the light-heartedness and seriousness of their discussions on what constitutes true happiness in life. At the start of the collection, the fairies gather in a serene bay in Fairy Land to debate the gifts they plan to give to mortal children at an upcoming series of christenings. They explore different virtues, such as beauty, riches, and the complexities that accompany them. The fairies' conversations reveal their concerns regarding human happiness and the impact of their gifts, suggesting that what may seem desirable could lead to complications. This opening portion introduces key characters like Ianthe, Euphrosyne, and others, each with distinct views on choosing the right gifts—setting the stage for the exploration of these moral questions throughout the tales.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Fairy Godmothers and Other Tales
- Author credits: Gatty, Alfred, Mrs. (1809–1873)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Fairy tales
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Short Stories
- Children's Myths, Fairy Tales, etc.
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