
THE BROWN FAIRY BOOK - Edited by Andrew Lang
Preface
What the Rose did to the Cypress
Footnotes:
Ball-carrier and the Bad One
How Ball-carrier Finished His Task
The Bunyip
Father Grumbler
The Story of the Yara
The Cunning Hare
A lively anthology gathers folk tales from every corner of the world, inviting listeners to wander through deserts, jungles, icy tundras and sun‑lit savannas. From a Persian garden where a proud rose confronts a towering cypress, to the mischievous antics of a tortoise and a monkey in Brazil, each story captures the imagination of children and adults alike. The collection also includes the daring chase of a princely hunter in the East, the clever tricks of a fox among the Lapps of the far north, and the enchanting legends whispered by Australian Aboriginal storytellers.
The narratives are told with a gentle humor that highlights universal values—courage, kindness, and the joy of curiosity—while preserving the distinctive flavor of each culture’s tradition. Whether it’s a brave prince tracking a magical deer or a humble villager confronting a cunning spirit, the tales celebrate the shared human love for wonder and moral lessons. Listeners will find a world of color, rhythm, and timeless charm waiting in every turn of the story.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (506K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
J.C. Byers, L.M. Shaffer and David Widger
Release date
2002-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1844–1912
Best known for gathering classic fairy tales into the beloved color fairy books, this Scottish writer moved easily between folklore, poetry, criticism, and translation. His work helped bring old stories from many traditions to generations of new readers.
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