Grimm Tales Made Gay

audiobook

Grimm Tales Made Gay

by Guy Wetmore Carryl

EN·~55 minutes·27 chapters

Chapters

27 total
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GRIMM TALES MADE GAY By Guy Wetmore Carryl With GAY PICTURES By Albert Levering

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GRIMM TALES MADE GAY By Guy Wetmore Carryl author of this …… and many …… other …… things! PICTURES BY ALBERT LEVERING artist of that …… the other …… and this boston & new york houghton, mifflin & co.

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COPYRIGHT, 1902, BY GUY WETMORE CARRYL AND ALBERT LEVERING ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Published in October, 1902

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TO CHARLES WALTON OGDEN

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NOTE

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The Contents

1:02
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How the Babes in the WoodShowed They Couldn’t beBeaten

2:18
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How Fair Cinderella Disposedof Her Shoe

2:37
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How Little Red Riding HoodCame to be Eaten

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How the Fatuous Wish of aPeasant Came True

2:48

Description

A witty, verse‑filled reimagining of the classic Grimm stories, this collection turns familiar fairy‑tale moments into clever, tongue‑in‑cheek adventures. Each tale is presented in playful rhyming couplets, from a mischievous Blue‑Beard’s door to a daring Cinderella who outsmarts her stepsisters, all illustrated with lively, period‑style drawings that add extra sparkle to the humor.

The author’s light‑hearted satire invites listeners to hear the old myths through a fresh, comic lens—whether it’s Little Red Riding Hood’s unexpected fate, Jack’s giant‑sized mischief, or the clever tricks of Rapunzel’s helmsman. The verses retain the rhythm of the originals while delivering modern wit, making the stories feel both nostalgic and delightfully new. Perfect for anyone who loves classic folklore with a twist of laughter, this audiobook offers a charming blend of nostalgia, wordplay, and gentle parody that will keep listeners smiling from start to finish.

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Language

en

Duration

~55 minutes (53K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Edwards, Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2007-10-13

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Guy Wetmore Carryl

Guy Wetmore Carryl

1873–1904

A witty American poet and humorist of the late 19th century, he became known for playful verse, sharp parody, and fable-like poems that still feel light on their feet. His work mixes literary polish with a cheerful sense of mischief.

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