The Book of Elves and Fairies for Story-Telling and Reading Aloud and for the Children's Own Reading

Open the cover and step into a realm where elf‑light and fairy wings flutter through every page. This anthology gathers familiar classics like Cinderella and Robin Goodfellow alongside lesser‑known gems such as Butterfly’s Diamond and Timothy Tuttle and the Little Imps, drawing stories from England, Ireland, Japan, the South Seas and many other enchanted corners of the world. Each tale has been gently edited to keep the wonder while removing anything too grim, so young listeners can enjoy the magic without fear.

The book is organized for easy reading aloud, with clear pauses and a handy subject index that lets storytellers pick stories about seasons, honesty or specific creatures. Illustrations by Milo Winter bring sparkling fairy rings and mischievous sprites to life, and excerpts from Shakespeare, Jonson and other poets add a lyrical touch. Whether a child is being read to on a rainy afternoon or beginning to read independently, the collection invites imagination to blossom and nurtures a love of gentle moral lessons.