
GRIMM TALES MADE GAY By Guy Wetmore Carryl With GAY PICTURES By Albert Levering
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.
COPYRIGHT, 1902, BY GUY WETMORE CARRYL AND ALBERT LEVERING ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Published in October, 1902
TO CHARLES WALTON OGDEN
NOTE
The Contents
How the Babes in the WoodShowed They Couldn’t beBeaten
How Fair Cinderella Disposedof Her Shoe
How Little Red Riding HoodCame to be Eaten
How the Fatuous Wish of aPeasant Came True
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.
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.

1873–1904
Known for turning familiar stories on their heads, this American humorist and poet brought a quick wit to fables, fairy tales, and light verse. His work stays lively because it mixes playful nonsense with sharp timing and a real feel for parody.
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