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My Book of Favourite Fairy Tales

by Edric Vredenburg & Jennie Harbour (Illustrator)

  • First published: Date unknown
  • Language: English

"My Book of Favourite Fairy Tales" by Edric Vredenburg is a collection of classic fairy tales retold and beautifully illustrated, likely written in the early 20th century. This enchanting anthology includes beloved stories such as "Cinderella," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Little Snow-White," inviting readers to experience the magic of these timeless tales through vivid illustrations and accessible language. Each story emphasizes themes of bravery, kindness, and the triumph of good over evil, capturing the imagination of both children and adults alike. The opening portion of the collection sets the stage for the delightful tales ahead. It begins with a reflective introduction, expressing the enduring charm of traditional fairy stories that continue to captivate new generations of readers. Vredenburg comments on the unique and splendid illustrations that breathe new life into these age-old narratives, ensuring they remain fresh and engaging. Following the introduction, the book swiftly transitions into the first story, "The Goose Girl," where a princess embarks on a journey to meet her bridegroom but encounters treachery along the way, setting the tone for the adventures and moral lessons that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Included because retained bibliographic metadata links this work to Mythology, folklore, and sacred legends.

  • Controlled discovery queries from project-gutenberg matched “folklore”, “mythology”, and “tales”. Retained metadata contains “Fairy tales” in the title, “Tales” in the title, “Fairy tales” in the description, and 5 additional metadata match(es).

    • folklore· via Project Gutenberg
    • mythology· via Project Gutenberg
    • tales· via Project Gutenberg
    • Fairy tales· in title
    • Tales· in title
    • Fairy tales· in description

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2005-02-22Project GutenbergEnglishPublic domain (USA)

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