Favorite Fairy Tales: The Childhood Choice of Representative Men and Women
by Various & Peter Newell (Illustrator)
- First published: Date unknown
- Language: English
"Favorite Fairy Tales: The Childhood Choice of Representative Men and Women" is a collection of classic fairy tales published in the early 20th century. Curated from personal choices made by influential figures in American society, such as educators and publicists, this anthology includes beloved stories like “Cinderella,” “Jack the Giant-Killer,” and “The Ugly Duckling.” The book pays homage to the timeless themes of childhood imagination and morality found in traditional fairy tales. The beginning of the book introduces the premise of gathering favorite fairy tales that have profoundly resonated with prominent individuals over the years. The opening portions include a list of selected tales along with notable figures attributed to each story, highlighting the cultural significance and lasting impact of these narratives. Additionally, the text hints at the delightful retellings of classic tales, illustrating the fruitful creativity and imagination that defines this charming and nostalgic collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Edition | Date | Publisher | Language | ISBN | Access | Links |
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Project Gutenberg electronic edition Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition. | 2010-05-15 | Project Gutenberg | English | — | Public domain (USA) |
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