
Transcriber's Note
PREFACE
ILLUSTRATIONS - COLOURED PLATES
The BROWN FAIRY BOOK
WHAT THE ROSE DID TO THE CYPRESS
BALL-CARRIER AND THE BAD ONE
HOW BALL-CARRIER FINISHED HIS TASK
THE BUNYIP
FATHER GRUMBLER
THE STORY OF THE YARA
A treasure trove of folk magic and wonder, this collection gathers more than thirty timeless tales from every corner of the globe. From the whispered legends of Persian gardens to the lively yarns of Australian bushfolk, each story reflects the customs, humor and values of the people who first told them around hearths and under open skies. Listeners will meet clever animals, daring children, and mysterious spirits, all wrapped in the simple moral threads that have delighted children for generations.
The volume is enlivened by vivid illustrations that bring each scene to life, while the gentle narrative voice makes the unfamiliar feel familiar and inviting. Whether it’s a mischievous monkey in Brazil, a steadfast turtle in a distant sea, or a shy elf maiden demanding a promise, the tales sparkle with imagination and a warm, universal charm. This anthology offers an auditory journey through the world’s most beloved fairy traditions, perfect for curious ears and wandering hearts.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (510K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2010-02-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1844–1912
Best remembered for gathering fairy tales into the much-loved "Color Fairy Books," this Scottish writer also moved easily between poetry, criticism, history, translation, and folklore. His work helped bring old stories to new readers and still shapes how many people first meet classic tales.
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