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The Grey Fairy Book
A Diverse Collection of Magical Folklore from Around the WorldBy VariousLength8h 18m
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The Grey Fairy Book, part of Andrew Lang's renowned series, features a rich collection of traditional fairy tales from various cultures, meticulously chosen and retold in Lang'Äôs signature lyrical prose. This anthology, published in 1892, showcases a blend of whimsical narratives and moral undertones that resonate with readers of all ages. Each story, intricately woven, provides insights into human nature and societal values, all while enchanting with its imaginative and sometimes dark themes, characteristic of the broader fairy tale genre in the late 19th century. Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic whose fascination with folklore and mythology greatly influenced his literary oeuvre. His tireless efforts in compiling and translating tales from diverse cultural backgrounds stemmed from a desire to preserve these narratives for future generations. Lang'Äôs academic background in anthropology and his engagement with contemporaneous literary movements exemplify his commitment to the preservation and appreciation of global folk traditions, making The Grey Fairy Book a testament to his lifelong passions. Readers are encouraged to delve into The Grey Fairy Book, where each tale offers not just escapism, but also profound reflections on fate, justice, and humanity'Äôs universal struggles. This anthology is essential for both fairy tale enthusiasts and those interested in the complex tapestry of cultural storytelling.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length8 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE GOBLIN PONY
18THE DOG AND THE SPARROW
2AN IMPOSSIBLE ENCHANTMENT
19THE STORY OF THE THREE SONS OF HALI
3THE STORY OF DSCHEMIL AND DSCHEMILA
20THE STORY OF THE FAIR CIRCASSIANS
4JANNI AND THE DRAKEN
21THE JACKAL AND THE SPRING
5THE PARTNERSHIP OF THE THIEF AND THE LIAR.
22THE BEAR
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6FORTUNATUS AND HIS PURSE
23THE SUNCHILD
7THE GOAT-FACED GIRL: The Lizard takes charge of Renzolla
24THE DAUGHTER OF BUK ETTEMSUCH
8WHAT CAME OF PICKING FLOWERS
25LAUGHING EYE AND WEEPING EYE, OR THE LIMPING FOX: (SERVIAN STORY)
9THE STORY OF BENSURDATU
26THE UNLOOKED-FOR PRINCE: (POLISH STORY)
10THE MAGICIAN'S HORSE
27THE SIMPLETON
11THE LITTLE GRAY MAN
28THE STREET MUSICIANS
12HERR LAZARUS AND THE DRAKEN
29THE TWIN BROTHERS
13THE STORY OF THE QUEEN OF THE FLOWERY ISLES
30CANNETELLA
14UDEA AND HER SEVEN BROTHERS
31THE OGRE
15THE WHITE WOLF
32A FAIRY'S BLUNDER
16MOHAMMED WITH THE MAGIC FINGER
33LONG, BROAD, AND QUICKEYE: (BOHEMIAN STORY)
17BOBINO
34PRUNELLA