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The Yellow Fairy Book is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lang, Andrew (1844–1912).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Yellow Fairy Book" by Andrew Lang is a collection of fairy tales edited for children, written during the late 19th century. This work compiles various enchanting stories from different cultures, all imbued with magical themes and moral lessons that are typical of fairy tales. The tales range from whimsical adventures to cautionary tales involving royalty, magical creatures, and the consequences of one’s actions. The beginning of the book introduces the collection with a dedication and a preface that addresses the whimsical nature of fairy tales and their importance in a child’s literary development. It outlines the diverse origins of the stories included, hinting at their cultural richness—from Russian and German folklore to tales by famous authors such as Hans Christian Andersen. The opening anecdotes, such as "The Cat and the Mouse in Partnership," showcase clever animals and the moral lessons learned from their interactions, setting the stage for a series of whimsical narratives filled with adventure and imagination that follow throughout the book.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Yellow Fairy Book
- Author credits: Lang, Andrew (1844–1912)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fairy tales
- Folklore
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Children's Literature
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