Yellow Fairytales
Enriched edition. 48 Short Stories & Tales of Fantasy and MagicBy Andrew Lang
Length12h 21m
About this audiobook
Andrew Lang's 'Yellow Fairytales' is a collection of lesser-known fairy tales from around the world, characterized by their unique yellow covers. These tales, which vary greatly in tone and content, offer a departure from the more commonly known fairy tales and provide readers with a fresh perspective on the genre. Lang's writing style is simple yet engaging, making the stories accessible to readers of all ages. The inclusion of diverse cultural narratives adds depth and richness to the collection, setting it apart from other fairy tale compilations of the time. 'Yellow Fairytales' sits within the literary context of the late 19th century fascination with folklore and fairy tales, making it a valuable contribution to the genre. Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and folklorist, drew inspiration from his extensive research into world folklore to curate this enchanting collection. His passion for preserving and sharing these tales shines through in every story featured in 'Yellow Fairytales.' This book is recommended for readers interested in exploring a diverse range of fairy tales beyond the commonly retold classics, offering a treasure trove of lesser-known stories waiting to be discovered.
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★★★★ 4.2 (3.3K)
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GenreChildren's Literature
Length12 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Blue Fairytales
26FAIRER-THAN-A-FAIRY
2Introduction
27THE THREE BROTHERS 17
3Historical Context
28THE BOY AND THE WOLVES, OR THE BROKEN PROMISE18
4Synopsis (Selection)
29THE GLASS AXE 19
5Yellow Fairytales
30THE DEAD WIFE 20
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6PREFACE
31IN THE LAND OF SOULS 21
7THE CAT AND THE MOUSE IN PARTNERSHIP
32THE WHITE DUCK
8THE SIX SWANS
33THE WITCH AND HER SERVANTS 22
9THE DRAGON OF THE NORTH2
34THE MAGIC RING
10STORY OF THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES 4
35THE FLOWER QUEEN'S DAUGHTER 23
11THE GOLDEN CRAB 5
36THE FLYING SHIP 24
12THE IRON STOVE 7
37THE SNOW-DAUGHTER AND THE FIRE-SON 25
13THE DRAGON AND HIS GRANDMOTHER
38THE STORY OF KING FROST 26
14THE DONKEY CABBAGE
39THE DEATH OF THE SUN-HERO 27
15THE LITTLE GREEN FROG 8
40THE WITCH 28
16THE SEVEN-HEADED SERPENT 9
41THE HAZEL-NUT CHILD 29
17THE GRATEFUL BEASTS 11
42THE STORY OF BIG KLAUS AND LITTLE KLAUS
18THE GIANTS AND THE HERD-BOY 12
43PRINCE RING 30
19THE INVISIBLE PRINCE
44THE SWINEHERD
20THE CROW 13
45HOW TO TELL A TRUE PRINCESS
21HOW SIX MEN TRAVELLED THROUGH THE WIDE WORLD
46THE BLUE MOUNTAINS
22THE WIZARD KING 14
47THE TINDER-BOX
23THE NIXY 15
48THE WITCH IN THE STONE BOAT 31
24THE GLASS MOUNTAIN 16
49THUMBELINA
25ALPHEGE, OR THE GREEN MONKEY
50THE NIGHTINGALE
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