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THE JUNIOR CLASSICS - SELECTED AND ARRANGED BY - WILLIAM PATTEN, - MANAGING EDITOR OF THE HARVARD CLASSICS - INTRODUCTION BY CHARLES W. ELIOT, LL.D., - PRESIDENT EMERITUS OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY
VOLUME ONE - Fairy and Wonder Tales
INTRODUCTION
NOTE
CONTENTS
ILLUSTRATIONS
PREFACE
MANABOZHO, THE MISCHIEF-MAKER
WHY THE DIVER DUCK HAS SO FEW TAIL FEATHERS
MANAIBOZHO IS CHANGED INTO A WOLF
Designed for curious readers aged six to sixteen, this volume gathers a rich assortment of fairy and wonder tales from ancient myths to more recent folklore. Each story has been carefully chosen for its literary merit, vivid imagination, and gentle moral insight, offering a bridge between playful adventure and thoughtful reflection. The collection invites children to explore enchanted forests, clever creatures, and heroic quests while subtly introducing cultural history.
Beyond simple entertainment, the tales serve as a springboard for lively storytelling, memorization, and dramatic play, encouraging young listeners to recite, act, or simply savor the language. The timeless narratives nurture empathy, creativity, and a love of reading that can grow alongside a child's education. Whether shared at a family gathering or enjoyed alone, these stories promise to spark wonder and lasting appreciation for classic literature.
Language
en
Duration
~12 hours (708K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Apr 1, 2002
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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