Canadian Fairy Tales

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Canadian Fairy Tales

by Cyrus MacMillan

EN·~4 hours

Chapters

Description

The anthology gathers a rich variety of fairy tales whispered along Canada’s rivers, forests, and coastal cliffs. Collected from Indigenous storytellers and the descendants of early pioneers, each story carries the rhythm of oral tradition while inviting modern ears into a world of enchanted woods, talking animals, and restless spirits. The narrator’s gentle framing highlights timeless motifs—courage against cruelty, the kindness of unseen helpers, and the subtle balance between human need and the wild.

The accompanying colour illustrations bring the rugged landscape to life, from snow‑covered pines to misty lakes where magical beings linger. Listeners will hear brave youngsters outwitting tricksters, clever foxes bargaining with giants, and humble villagers receiving mysterious gifts. Though rooted in the specific folklore of Canada, the tales echo the universal wonder found in any classic fairy story, making them a warm bridge between generations.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (270K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Edwards, Josephine Paolucci 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

2011-05-28

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

CM

Cyrus MacMillan

1880–1953

A Canadian folklorist, teacher, and public figure, he is best remembered for gathering and retelling traditional stories in books like Canadian Wonder Tales and Canadian Fairy Tales. His work helped bring regional legends and oral storytelling traditions to a wider readership.

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