Length10h 22m
About this audiobook
The Orange Fairy Book, a remarkable collection edited by Andrew Lang, showcases a vibrant array of fairy tales from diverse cultures, encapsulating the rich tapestry of human imagination. As part of Lang's renowned series of fairy books, this volume stands out stylistically for its vivid prose and enchanting narrative style, inviting readers into a world where the fantastical intertwines with the moral and the whimsical. Each tale is meticulously curated, reflecting a broad literary context that bridges folk traditions and the burgeoning interest in children's literature during the late 19th century. Andrew Lang, a Scottish poet, novelist, and folklorist, dedicated much of his life to the study of mythology and folklore. His passion for collecting and retelling these stories was fueled by his belief in their educational value and the universal truths they convey. Lang's scholarly background and extensive travels across Europe and beyond allowed him to gather tales that reveal the cultural values and shared experiences of humanity, making his collections not just entertaining but also enlightening. The Orange Fairy Book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of folklore and literature, as well as for lovers of fairy tales in general. Its enchanting stories encourage readers of all ages to appreciate the complexity of narrative traditions while imparting timeless moral lessons. This book is an invitation to rediscover the magic of fairy tales and their enduring impact on our cultural landscape.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length10 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19[Nouveaux Contes Berberes, par Rene Basset.]
2Preface
20[Contes Berberes.]
3From the Senna (Oral Tradition)
21[Contes Berberes, par Rene Basset.]
4[Native Rhodesian Tale.]
22[From Contes Populaires Slaves, par Louis Leger.]
5Story of the King Who Would See Paradise
23[From L’Etude Ethnographique sur les Baronga, par Henri Junod.]
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6[A Pathan story told to Major Campbell.]
24[Contes des Fees, par Madame d’Aulnoy.]
7[Mashona Story.]
25The Owl and the Eagle
8[From Tales of the West Highlands.]
26[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
9[From Cuentos Populares, por Antonio de Trueba.]
27[From Les Contes des Fees, par Madame d’Aulnoy.]
10[From Tales of the West Highlands.]
28[Taken from a Celtic Story. Translated by Doctor Macleod Clarke.]
11[Hans Andersen.]
29[From Cuentos, Oraciones, y Adivinas, por Fernan Caballero.]
12[From Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
30[From Cuentos, Oraciones y Adivinas, por Fernan Caballero.]
13[Told by a Pathan to Major Campbell.]
31[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
14[Adapted from Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
32[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
15[From the Pushto.]
33[From Lapplandische Marchen, J. C. Poestion.]
16[Adapted from Contes Berberes.]
34[From Lapplandische Mahrchen, J. C. Poestion.]
17[Shortened from West Highland Tales.]
35[From Capullos de Rosa, por D. Enrique Ceballos Quintana.]
18[Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
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