Crimson Fairy Book

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Product details

  • ISBN 9781513132570
  • Dimensions: 127 x 203mm
  • Publication Date: 31 Mar 2022
  • Publisher: West Margin Press
  • Publication City/Country: US
  • Product Form: Hardback
  • Language: English
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Originally published in 1903, The Crimson Fairy Book is a vibrant collection of more than 30 diverse stories from prominent authors across the globe. This is one entry in Andrew Lang’s beloved fairy tale series.The Crimson Fairy Book provides another collection of classic stories for a new generation. It’s a vivid compilation of royalty, magical creatures, servants and giants. This edition also highlights a variety of stories from Europe and Asia. Notable titles include "The Death of Abu Nowas and of his Wife," "How the Beggar Boy turned into Count Piro," "The Gold-bearded Man" and "The Boy Who Could Keep a Secret." Lang delivers a phenomenal selection of stories that have become the English and American standard. The Crimson Fairy Book is a worthy addition to Andrew Lang’s impressive catalog. It’s a must-have for fans of classic fairy tales and oral traditions. Lang breathes new life into stories passed on from generation to generation. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Crimson Fairy Book is both modern and readable.

Andrew Lang (1844-1912) was a Scottish editor, poet, author, literary critic, and historian. He is best known for his work regarding folklore, mythology, and religion, for which he had an extreme interest in. Lang was a skilled and respected historian, writing in great detail and exploring obscure topics. Lang often combined his studies of history and anthropology with literature, creating works rich with diverse culture. He married Leonora Blanche Alleyne in 1875. With her help, Lang published a prolific amount of work, including his popular series, Rainbow Fairy Books.

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