The Blue Fairy Book
Andrew Lang
Belletristik / Gemischte Anthologien
Beschreibung
"The Blue Fairy Book" is a collection of fairy tales edited by Scottish author and folklorist Andrew Lang, first published in 1889. It's the first volume in a series known as "Andrew Lang's Fairy Books," which eventually comprised twelve books, each distinguished by a different color in its title.
"The Blue Fairy Book" contains a diverse selection of fairy tales from various cultures and traditions, including stories from the Brothers Grimm, Charles Perrault, and Hans Christian Andersen, as well as lesser-known tales from around the world. Some of the well-known fairy tales included in the collection are "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp," and "Little Red Riding Hood."
Andrew Lang aimed to gather and preserve traditional folk tales for children to enjoy, and "The Blue Fairy Book" was one of the earliest and most influential collections of its kind. The book's beautiful prose and timeless stories have enchanted readers of all ages for generations.
"The Blue Fairy Book" remains a beloved classic of children's literature, and its enduring popularity has led to numerous reprints and adaptations over the years. It's cherished for its magical storytelling, colorful characters, and the sense of wonder it evokes in readers of all ages.
