All the Way to Fairyland: Fairy Stories

audiobook

All the Way to Fairyland: Fairy Stories

by Evelyn Sharp

EN·~3 hours

Chapters

Description

A delightful collection of gentle fairy tales invites listeners into a world where imagination drifts on clouds and wonder hides in every turn of phrase. The stories are bright and lyrical, accompanied by charming coloured illustrations that bring each scene to life. Perfect for curious young listeners, the tales balance whimsy with a subtle, thoughtful humor that can be enjoyed at any age.

The opening story introduces an absent‑minded magician who has spent centuries in his lofty castle suspended in the air, preferring silence to the chatter of visitors. One day a cheerful princess in a gold‑and‑silver gown arrives, hoping to discover a castle of her own that “has a room to laugh, a room to cry, and even a room to be serious.” Their playful conversation unfolds with imaginative details—talking books, happy thoughts, and the longing for a kind prince—offering a sweet, airy adventure that sparks the listener’s own sense of wonder.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (202K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2009-11-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Evelyn Sharp

Evelyn Sharp

1869–1955

A lively British writer who moved easily between children's stories, journalism, and the fight for women's votes. Her work reflects both imagination and conviction, shaped by years as a novelist, editor, and activist.

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