Olive Fairytales
Enriched edition. 29 Fairy Stories, Epic Tales & LegendsBy Andrew Lang
Length10h 33m
About this audiobook
Andrew Lang's 'Olive Fairytales' is a captivating collection of classic fairy tales from around the world, beautifully retold and curated for a modern audience. Lang's literary style in this book is characterized by his ability to seamlessly blend traditional folklore with his own touch of whimsy and creativity, making the stories both familiar and new. This collection also includes colorful illustrations that enhance the magical atmosphere of the tales, immersing readers in a world of enchantment and wonder. 'Olive Fairytales' is a timeless addition to any library, showcasing the enduring charm and power of these age-old stories. Andrew Lang, a noted folklorist and scholar, brings his extensive knowledge and passion for fairy tales to this collection, providing readers with a rich and insightful experience. His background in folklore and mythology shines through in his thoughtful retellings and interpretations of these beloved tales, offering readers a deeper understanding of their cultural significance and universal themes. I highly recommend 'Olive Fairytales' to anyone who appreciates the magic and allure of traditional folklore, as well as to those looking for a new perspective on these timeless tales.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.3 (2K)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreChildren's Literature
Length10 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Crimson Fairytales
20THE GOLDEN-HEADED FISH
2Introduction
21DORANI
3Historical Context
22THE SATIN SURGEON
4Synopsis (Selection)
23THE BILLY GOAT AND THE KING
5PREFACE
24THE STORY OF ZOULVISIA
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6MADSCHUN
25GRASP ALL, LOSE ALL
7THE BLUE PARROT
26THE FATE OF THE TURTLE
8GEIRLAUG THE KING’S DAUGHTER
27THE SNAKE PRINCE
9THE STORY OF LITTLE KING LOC
28THE PRINCE AND PRINCESS IN THE FOREST
10‘A LONG-BOW STORY’
29THE CLEVER WEAVER
11JACKAL OR TIGER?
30THE BOY WHO FOUND FEAR AT LAST
12THE COMB AND THE COLLAR
31HE WINS WHO WAITS
13THE THANKSGIVING OF THE WAZIR
32THE STEEL CANE
14SAMBA THE COWARD
33THE PUNISHMENT OF THE FAIRY GANGANA
15KUPTI AND IMANI
34THE SILENT PRINCESS
16THE STRANGE ADVENTURES OF LITTLE MAIA
35Analysis
17DIAMOND CUT DIAMOND
36Reflection
18THE GREEN KNIGHT
37Memorable Quotes
19THE FIVE WISE WORDS OF THE GURU4
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