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Download or read book Shades of the Past written by Kathleen Kirkwood and published by Anita Gordon. This book was released on 2012-03-09 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A widowed Victorian Lady . . . A mysterious Viscount . . . A remote and ancient castle . . . Where ghostly residents stir anew . . .

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Download or read book The Andrew Lang Fairy Books Complete Collection written by Andrew Lang and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 2875 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Andrew Lang Fairy Books: Complete Collection is a compilation of twelve fairy tale books curated and edited by the renowned folklorist Andrew Lang. Each book in the collection contains a selection of fairy tales from various cultures and traditions around the world, showcasing Lang's interest in comparative folklore studies. The literary style of the fairy tales is enchanting and whimsical, perfect for readers of all ages to enjoy. Lang's fairy tale collection is considered a classic in the genre, as the stories are skillfully curated to appeal to a wide audience, making them timeless and enduring. The books provide a unique look into the cultural significance and evolution of fairy tales throughout history, making them a valuable resource for both scholars and casual readers alike. Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and folklorist, was deeply fascinated by myths, legends, and folk tales from different cultures. His passion for collecting and retelling fairy tales led him to create The Andrew Lang Fairy Books series. Lang's background in anthropology and folklore studies equipped him with the knowledge and expertise needed to curate a diverse and captivating collection of fairy tales that continue to enchant readers to this day. I highly recommend The Andrew Lang Fairy Books: Complete Collection to anyone interested in exploring the rich tapestry of fairy tales from various cultures. Lang's meticulous selection and editing of these stories provide a captivating and enlightening reading experience that is sure to delight and inspire readers of all ages.

Download or read book The Fairy Books Complete Collection written by Andrew Lang and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 3368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relive the magic of the old times when fairies used to walk on earth, land, water and air. Immerse yourself in the aura of unforgettable tales of adventure, intrigue and supernatural. Share the joy of reading these stories with your loved ones. This edition includes: The Blue Fairy Book The Red Fairy Book The Green Fairy Book The Yellow Fairy Book The Pink Fairy Book The Grey Fairy Book The Violet Fairy Book The Crimson Fairy Book The Brown Fairy Book The Orange Fairy Book The Olive Fairy Book The Lilac Fairy Book

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Download or read book THE MAGICAL WORLD OF FAIRIES Illustrated Edition written by Andrew Lang and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-06-10 with total page 3138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Andrew Lang collection of classic fairytales, myths and folk tales includes among many other stories - the classic tales of Brother Grimm and Anderson, the legends of Norse mythology, Arabian Nights, American Indians, Australian Bushmen and African Kaffirs. The collections presents the greatest French, Spanish, Russian, Danish, Norwegian fairytales, Sicilian traditional tales, as well as stories from Persia, Lapland, Brazil, India, Romania, Serbia, Japan, China, Lithuania, Africa and Portugal. _x000D_ Content: _x000D_ The Blue Fairy Book_x000D_ The Red Fairy Book_x000D_ The Green Fairy Book_x000D_ The Yellow Fairy Book_x000D_ The Pink Fairy Book_x000D_ The Grey Fairy Book_x000D_ The Violet Fairy Book_x000D_ The Crimson Fairy Book_x000D_ The Brown Fairy Book_x000D_ The Orange Fairy Book_x000D_ The Olive Fairy Book_x000D_ The Lilac Fairy Book

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Download or read book The Blue Fairy Book written by Andrew Lang and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-06-10 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Blue Fairy Book is the first volume in the Langs' Fairy Books series, and so it contains some of the best known tales, taken from a variety of sources. The Blue Book assembles a wide range of tales, with seven from the Brothers Grimm, five from Madame d'Aulnoy, three from the Arabian Nights, and four Norwegian fairytales, among others._x000D_ Table of Contents:_x000D_ The Bronze Ring_x000D_ Prince Hyacinth and the Dear Little Princess_x000D_ East of the Sun and West of the Moon_x000D_ The Yellow Dwarf_x000D_ Little Red Riding Hood_x000D_ The Sleeping Beauty in the Wood_x000D_ Cinderella, or the Little Glass Slipper_x000D_ Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp_x000D_ The Tale of a Youth Who Set Out to Learn What Fear Was_x000D_ Rumpelstiltzkin_x000D_ Beauty and the Beast_x000D_ The Master-Maid_x000D_ Why the Sea is Salt_x000D_ The Master Cat; or, Puss in Boots_x000D_ Felicia and the Pot of Pinks_x000D_ The White Cat_x000D_ The Water-Lily - The Gold-Spinners_x000D_ The Terrible Head_x000D_ The Story of Pretty Goldilocks_x000D_ The History of Whittington_x000D_ The Wonderful Sheep_x000D_ Little Thumb_x000D_ The Forty Thieves_x000D_ Hansel and Grettel_x000D_ Snow-White and Rose-Red_x000D_ The Goose-Girl_x000D_ Toads and Diamonds_x000D_ Prince Darling_x000D_ Blue Beard_x000D_ Trusty John_x000D_ The Brave Little Tailor_x000D_ A Voyage to Lilliput_x000D_ The Princess on the Glass Hill_x000D_ The Story of Prince Ahmed and the Fairy Paribanou_x000D_ The History of Jack the Giant-Killer_x000D_ The Black Bull of Norroway_x000D_ The Red Etin