
THE
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
The Sleeping Beauty in the Wood
THE SLEEPING BEAUTY IN THE WOOD
Little Red Riding-Hood
LITTLE RED RIDING-HOOD
MORAL
Blue Beard
BLUE BEARD
Master Cat; or, Puss in Boots
Step into a world where kingdoms rise and enchantments whisper from every corner. This collection gathers the most beloved fairy tales first told by Charles Perrault, from the timeless curses of Sleeping Beauty to the daring wit of Puss in Boots, and adds the tender romance of Beauty and the Beast and two lesser‑known gems by Madame de Aulnoy. Beautifully illustrated by Charles Robinson, each story is brought to life with vivid, period‑style drawings that complement the lyrical narration.
Listeners will meet royal infants whose wishes are granted by generous fairies, cunning cats who outsmart giants, and humble maidens whose kindness wins them magical gifts. The tales balance wonder with gentle warnings, showing how curiosity, bravery, and kindness shape destiny. Perfect for families and anyone who loves timeless wonder, the collection invites you to rediscover the magic that has delighted generations.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (214K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2010-08-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1628–1703
Best known for shaping beloved fairy tales into literary classics, this 17th-century French writer helped give the world enduring stories like "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and "Puss in Boots." His work turned folk material into polished tales that have traveled across centuries and cultures.
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