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
2Preface
3From the Senna (Oral Tradition)
4[Native Rhodesian Tale.]
5Story of the King Who Would See Paradise
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6[A Pathan story told to Major Campbell.]
7[Mashona Story.]
8[From Tales of the West Highlands.]
9[From Cuentos Populares, por Antonio de Trueba.]
10[From Tales of the West Highlands.]
11[Hans Andersen.]
12[From Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
13[Told by a Pathan to Major Campbell.]
14[Adapted from Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
15[From the Pushto.]
16[Adapted from Contes Berberes.]
17[Shortened from West Highland Tales.]
18[Thorpe’s Yule-Tide Stories.]
19[Nouveaux Contes Berberes, par Rene Basset.]
20[Contes Berberes.]
21[Contes Berberes, par Rene Basset.]
22[From Contes Populaires Slaves, par Louis Leger.]
23[From L’Etude Ethnographique sur les Baronga, par Henri Junod.]
24[Contes des Fees, par Madame d’Aulnoy.]
25The Owl and the Eagle
26[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
27[From Les Contes des Fees, par Madame d’Aulnoy.]
28[Taken from a Celtic Story. Translated by Doctor Macleod Clarke.]
29[From Cuentos, Oraciones, y Adivinas, por Fernan Caballero.]
30[From Cuentos, Oraciones y Adivinas, por Fernan Caballero.]
31[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
32[From the Journal of the Anthropological Institute.]
33[From Lapplandische Marchen, J. C. Poestion.]
34[From Lapplandische Mahrchen, J. C. Poestion.]
35[From Capullos de Rosa, por D. Enrique Ceballos Quintana.]
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