
CANADIAN FAIRY TALES
BY THE SAME AUTHOR
CANADIAN FAIRY TALES - BY CYRUS MACMILLAN - With Illustrations by MARCIA LANE FOSTER - And an Introduction by JOHN GRIER HIBBEN
INTRODUCTION
PREFACE
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS IN COLOUR
CANADIAN FAIRY TALES
HOW GLOOSKAP MADE THE BIRDS
RABBIT AND THE GRAIN BUYERS
SAINT NICHOLAS AND THE CHILDREN
The anthology gathers a rich variety of fairy tales whispered along Canada’s rivers, forests, and coastal cliffs. Collected from Indigenous storytellers and the descendants of early pioneers, each story carries the rhythm of oral tradition while inviting modern ears into a world of enchanted woods, talking animals, and restless spirits. The narrator’s gentle framing highlights timeless motifs—courage against cruelty, the kindness of unseen helpers, and the subtle balance between human need and the wild.
The accompanying colour illustrations bring the rugged landscape to life, from snow‑covered pines to misty lakes where magical beings linger. Listeners will hear brave youngsters outwitting tricksters, clever foxes bargaining with giants, and humble villagers receiving mysterious gifts. Though rooted in the specific folklore of Canada, the tales echo the universal wonder found in any classic fairy story, making them a warm bridge between generations.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (270K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
Release date
May 28, 2011
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1880–1953
Best known for collecting and retelling Canadian folk and Indigenous stories for young readers, this Prince Edward Island-born writer also built a long career as a scholar and public figure. His books helped bring regional legends and wonder tales to a wider audience.
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