Edmund Dulac's Picture-Book for the French Red Cross

A beautifully bound anthology brings together a dozen short tales and songs from across the world, each rendered in Edmund Dulac’s luminous, decorative style. From the colourful Chinese bird that visits a princess, to the desert romance of Laylá and Majnún, from the wistful nightingale that pauses a fisherman’s work to the daring voyages of Sindbad, the collection offers a kaleidoscope of folklore. Familiar European favorites such as Cinderella, Blue Beard and the Real Princess sit beside Persian legends, Egyptian love stories, and ancient French ballads, each illustrated with delicate plates that capture the mood of the narrative.

Beyond its artistic charm, the volume was created to aid the French Red Cross, inviting readers to support wounded soldiers and civilians through modest contributions. The book’s gentle storytelling and exquisite imagery make it both an enjoyable listening experience and a quiet reminder of the shared humanity that underpins charitable effort.