
audiobook
THE FAIRY RING
ILLUSTRATIONS
INTRODUCTION
East o' the Sun and West o' the Moon
The Golden Lantern, Golden Goat, and Golden Cloak
Mother Roundabout's Daughter
The Bear and Skrattel
The Golden Bird
The Doll in the Grass
The Princess on the Glass Hill
A rich anthology gathers more than a hundred of the world’s most beloved folk tales, from the clever prince and the golden‑locked maiden to the mischievous goat with shining horns. Each story invites listeners into a different kingdom, forest, or sea, weaving timeless morals with the magic that first captured children’s imaginations. The collection balances well‑known favorites—like the Frog Prince and Snow‑White and Rose‑Red—with lesser‑known gems from Scandinavian, Celtic, Asian, and African traditions, offering a fresh adventure with every turn.
Beautifully illustrated passages accompany the narration, bringing vivid color to scenes of mermaids, trolls, and talking animals. The lyrical storytelling makes the tales feel as though they’re being told beside a hearth, perfect for listeners of all ages who love wonder and whimsy. This diverse treasure trove celebrates the universal love of fairy tales, inviting every ear to step into the enchanted ring of stories that have endured for centuries.
Language
en
Duration
~15 hours (870K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Emmy, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive and Hathi Trust Digital Library for the Frontispiece used.)
Release date
2012-07-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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