Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales

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Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales

by Various Authors

EN·~21 hours·193 chapters

Chapters

193 total
1

BOYS AND GIRLS BOOKSHELF

0:53
2

BOYS AND GIRLS BOOKSHELF

0:26
3

INTRODUCTION

3:07
4

THE BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS GOLDENLOCKS

22:35
5

PRINCE HYACINTH AND THE DEAR LITTLE PRINCESS

14:01
6

CINDERELLA

13:50
7

THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

6:59
8

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

24:30
9

PRINCE DARLING

16:09
10

RUMPELSTILTSKIN

7:28

Description

This volume gathers a lively selection of traditional and newer fairy‑tales, wonder‑stories, and fables designed to spark a child's imagination while subtly shaping character. The editors argue that stories are more than entertainment—they are a bridge between facts and the deeper truths of kindness, courage, and resourcefulness. Each tale invites young listeners to meet talking animals, clever princes, and brave heroines, offering gentle tests of wit and moral fiber. The collection is part of a larger seventeen‑volume plan that blends storytelling with practical lessons for growing minds.

Among the stories is the charming adventure of a golden‑haired princess whose beauty attracts a daring young king, setting the stage for clever courtly intrigue and a lesson in humility. Other narratives feature cunning foxes, helpful spirits, and daring quests that reward honesty and perseverance. With vivid narration and timeless themes, the volume encourages children to envision themselves as heroes who can outwit dragons or solve riddles, fostering both joy and thoughtful reflection.

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Full title

Boys and Girls Bookshelf (Vol 2 of 17) Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales Folk-Lore, Fables, And Fairy Tales

Language

en

Duration

~21 hours (1212K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Anne Storer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2009-07-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Various Authors

A shared credit like this usually means the audiobook brings together work by more than one writer. That can make for a lively listening experience, with different voices, styles, and ideas collected in one place.

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