Books by Charles Perrault
Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
Classic Children's book
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
A little girl meets a hungry wolf in the forest while on her way to visit her sick grandmother.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
The beloved story of a red-hooded girl by the Brothers Grimm, illustrated by the legendary European artist Bernadette Watts.
When a young girl sets out to visit her ailing grandmother, she is tricked by a wolf she meets along the way. Only the quick thinking of a huntsman can help her and her grandmother, and she learns a valuable lesson. Readers will roam through the flower meadows on each page, drawn into this cautionary tale told with simple charm and illustrated with glowing paintings.
“The old is new again here, and this is a welcome addition to the fairy-tale shelf.”— Kirkus Reviews
Little Red Riding Hood, “My what big talent she has!” — Kirkus Reviews
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
The classic Grimm's fairy tale, with stunning illustrations from Bernadette Watts.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
A Caldecott Honor Book
A Golden Kite Award—Picture Book
A stunning edition of the classic fairy tale, reimagined and illustrated by a Caldecott medalist.
Traveling alone, deep in the woods, Elisabeth suspects her basket of treats isn’t the only thing a sly wolf is after . . .
Surrounded by an abundance of wildflowers, mushrooms, pinecones, and birds, Elisabeth heads off in her red cloak to visit her ailing grandmother. She's all alone—until she is joined by a wicked wolf, who urges her to stray from her wooded path.
Framed with hand-drawn patterns and textured vignettes, Trina Schart Hyman's illustrations add intrigue to the familiar story, filled with subtle detail and depth.
With the help of a brave woodsman, Elisabeth and her grandmother are saved—and Little Red Riding Hood learns a valuable lesson.
Little Red Riding Hood, a Caldecott Honor Book, received a Golden Kite Award—Picture Book as well as many other awards and accolades. A classic of children's literature, this retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale brings new life to an old favorite with illustrations that children will linger over.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
The story of Little Red Riding Hood reset in rural New England of the early nineteenth century.
Into the forbidding but beautiful New England winter steps a resourceful farm girl in her scarlet cloak, bound with her basket of presents for her ailing grandmother. Told in a folksy cadence, the tale ends happily, as Little Red’s father comes to the rescue (sharp-eyed children will notice a calico cat helped, too!).
Loving detail fills each illustration in this unique version. Andrea Wisnewski based her interiors, architecture, and costumes on models found at Old Sturbridge Village, the living-history museum in western Massachusetts. The images, full of period detail, are done in a medium Wisnewski has made her own: black-and-white prints made from intricate papercut designs (the results look much like woodcuts) that are then hand painted in gloriously vivid watercolor.
This is a beautiful, totally original, reimagining of the German fairytale classic and, yes, Little Red does survive the ravenous wolf―moist but intact. A wonderful version of the classic tale, perfect as a read-aloud, a picture book to share.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
The story of Little Red Riding Hood reset in rural New England of the early nineteenth century.
Into the forbidding but beautiful New England winter steps a resourceful farm girl in her scarlet cloak, bound with her basket of presents for her ailing grandmother. Told in a folksy cadence, the tale ends happily, as Little Red’s father comes to the rescue (sharp-eyed children will notice a calico cat helped, too!).
Loving detail fills each illustration in this unique version. Andrea Wisnewski based her interiors, architecture, and costumes on models found at Old Sturbridge Village, the living-history museum in western Massachusetts. The images, full of period detail, are done in a medium Wisnewski has made her own: black-and-white prints made from intricate papercut designs (the results look much like woodcuts) that are then hand painted in gloriously vivid watercolor.
This is a beautiful, totally original, reimagining of the German fairytale classic and, yes, Little Red does survive the ravenous wolf―moist but intact. A wonderful version of the classic tale, perfect as a read-aloud, a picture book to share.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
Little Red Riding Hood, a padded storybook perfect for young readers!
Introducing a fun retelling of the well-known fairy tale, Little Red Riding Hood.
The story is retold in a witty and engaging style, which children will love. Stuart Lynch’s unique, hilarious illustrations bring the story to life and perfectly complement the fun, rhyming text.
The padded format is easy for little hands to hold, making this the perfect book for children and adults to read together.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
Fun, first fairy tale books to engage young readers.Introducing a brilliant new set of five Ready to Read books for young children. The set is designed to develop the reading confidence of children who can read a little, but who need lively and structured books to further develop their skills.Each book features a picture dictionary page, which highlights difficult words from the story. There is also a key words page that presents common words in context.Each familiar fairy tale is retold in simple sentences, making these readers easy to follow and enjoy. Stuart Lynch’s hilarious illustrations bring these readers to life and perfectly complement the charming stories.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
1 volume (unpaged) : 25 cm
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
A fresh take on a timeless fairy tale—a completely original version to this classic story with gorgeous, evocative paper cut-outs that "take the breath away." (Kirkus, starred review)
★ Publishers Weekly, starred review!
★ School Library Journal, starred review!
★ Kirkus Reviews, starred review!
This stunning edition of the favorite fable about a little girl in red on her journey through the woods makes brilliant use of laser die-cut paper and silhouette-like illustrations to enliven every page. Sybille Schenker’s evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite.
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Little Red Riding Hood
by Thomas Nelson, Trina Schart Hyman, Josephine Evetts-Secker, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm, Andrea Wisnewski, Ellie Jenkins
Illustrator Daniel Egnéus recreates the classic Brothers Grimm fairytale in this unique graphic edition. Evoking the sensuous, romantic, and stunningly creative imagery that captivated audiences of Twilight and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Egnéus’ arresting visual interpretation of the Red Riding Hood story will stir the imagination of every reader inspired by tales of magic and adventure.
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Cinderella, Classics Illustrated Junior, 50th Anniversary Edition
Product Description
The classic fairytale of Cinderella struggling to cope with an evil stepmother and stepsisters. There is a ball, a handsome prince and a glass slipper which all contribute to a happy ending. Fillers include "Jack and Jill" and "Giant Panda" with a color me page on the back inside cover. 32 full color pages. Adapted by Peter Costanza with restoration by Wayne Downey.
About the Author
Charles Perrault (12 January 1628 - 16 May 1703) was a French author who laid the foundations for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from pre-existing folk tales. The best known include Le Petit Chaperon rouge (Little Red Riding Hood) and La Barbe bleue (Bluebeard). Perrault's stories continue to be printed and have been adapted to opera, ballet (for example, Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty), theatre, and film.
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Red Riding Hood (retold by James Marshall)
"A thoroughly modern, thoroughly charming retelling of the old favorite. Witty and direct . . . both Granny and child are swallowed, then rescued intact by the hunter who kills the wolf. . . . A perfect union of words, story, and illustration."--Kirkus Reviews.
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CHARLES PERRAULT: The Complete Fairy Tales
"Oh grandmama, what great big teeth you have!"
Charles Perrault's versions gave classic status to the humble fairy tale, and it is in his telling that the stories of Little Red Riding-Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and the rest have been passed down from the seventeenth century to the present day. Perrault's tales were enjoyed in the salons of Louis XIV as much as they were loved in the nursery, and it is their wit, humor, and lively detail that capture the imagination of adult and child alike. They transmute into vivid fantasies the hidden fears and conflicts by which children are affected: fears of abandonment, or worse, conflicts with siblings and parents, and the trials of growing up.
In addition to the familiar stories, this edition also includes the three verse tales--the troubling account of patient Griselda, the comic Three Silly Wishes, and the notorious Donkey-Skin. This translation by Christopher Betts captures the tone and flavor of Perrault's world, and the delightful spirit of the originals.
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
Charles Perrault's Puss in Boots has been an irresistible magnet for countless illustrators ever since this classic French tale was first published in 1697. So the question arises: Do we really need another edition of Puss? Presented with Fred Marcellino's magnificent interpretation of this nimble new translation of the authentic text, book lovers young and old are apt to decide that this Puss in Boots belongs on their shelf of special favorites.
Long regarded as the preeminent designer of book jackets in America, Fred Marcellino provides an unstinting visual feast in his first full-color picture book. The adventures of that rascal, Puss, and his master, the miller's son, are portrayed in a lavish series of illustrations that range from sumptuous grandeur to comedy both boisterous and sly.
Puss in Boots is a 1991 Caldecott Honor Book.
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
A retelling of the tale of a clever cat who wins a fortune and the hand of a princess for his master by impressing the king, in a text with liftable flaps and pop-up illustrations.
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
A beautifully illustrated retelling of the beloved fairy tale from Caldecott Medal-winning author Jerry Pinkney
For generations, children have been enchanted by the tale of the clever cat in fancy boots who outsmarts a king and a sorcerer to win a castle and a bride for his penniless master. The humor, the magic, and a lush Renaissance setting are all on glorious display, and a well-placed gatefold adds to the drama. This elegant new edition of Charles Perrault's folktale is essential for every child's library. Read it in tandem with other Pinkney classic picture books like The Little Red Hen and The Lion and the Mouse.
"This book is larger than life."-Library Media Connection
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
Fun, first fairy tale books to engage young readers.
Introducing a brilliant new set of five Ready to Read books for young children. The set is designed to develop the reading confidence of children who can read a little, but who need lively and structured books to further develop their skills.
Each book features a picture dictionary page, which highlights difficult words from the story. There is also a key words page that presents common words in context.
Each familiar fairy tale is retold in simple sentences, making these readers easy to follow and enjoy. Stuart Lynch’s hilarious illustrations bring these readers to life and perfectly complement the charming stories.
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
When you have a clever cat by your side, anything is possible!
Thanks to the help of a fast-talking, resourceful kitty, a young man goes from poor to princely. When a miller dies, he has only a cat to leave to his youngest son. But with a pair of boots and his sharp wits, the wily feline tricks the king and changes his master’s status . . . forever. Gwen Keraval’s engaging, humorous illustrations bring to life the cat’s ingenious plans.
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Puss in Boots
by Thomas Nelson, Jerry Pinkney, Charles Perrault
A beautifully illustrated retelling of the beloved fairy tale from Caldecott Medal-winning author Jerry Pinkney
For generations, children have been enchanted by the tale of the clever cat in fancy boots who outsmarts a king and a sorcerer to win a castle and a bride for his penniless master. The humor, the magic, and a lush Renaissance setting are all on glorious display, and a well-placed gatefold adds to the drama. This elegant new edition of Charles Perrault's folktale is essential for every child's library. Read it in tandem with other Pinkney classic picture books like The Little Red Hen and The Lion and the Mouse.
"This book is larger than life."-Library Media Connection
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Princess Tales (Abbeville Classic Fairy Tales)
by Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault, Brothers Grimm
A delightful boxed set of four classic fairy tales about princesses and their adventures. Includes Cinderella, The Princess and The Pea, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from the Abbeville Classic Fairy Tales series.
Fairy tales, unlike children, never age, and the most enduring fairy tale collections combine concise, engaging storytelling with colorful, charming illustrations. Now four of the most popular children’s tales, each featuring one of the world’s most famous princesses, have been gathered into just such a collection: Princess Tales.
Whether they are familiar with the stories or experiencing them for the first time, young readers will delight in following Cinderella’s journey from rags to royalty, Snow White’s flight from her stepmother into the dark forest, the test of the regal heroine in The Princess and the Pea, and the long wait for the kiss of the prince in Sleeping Beauty. Rendered in clear, compelling language perfect for early readers, the stories are accompanied by whimsical and imaginative artwork that brings them vividly to life, as well as a picture game at the end of each tale that helps children sort out and remember what they have read. A lovely addition to library, classroom, or living room bookshelf, Princess Tales is sure to become young readers’ favorite version of these four favorite stories.
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Puss in Boots: A Fairy Tale by Perrault (The Little Pebbles)
by Charles Perrault, Marie-France Floury
An enterprising cat―with only a bag, a pair of boots, and some audacity―arranges for his owner, a poor farmer, to marry a princess and live happily every after.
The stories in the Abbeville Classic Fairy Tales series have been adapted for the children of today while respecting the richness and flavor of the original versions. This charming series retells classic fairy tales with bright illustrations and a clever tone. Children will love the game page at the end of each book, and they will want to read all the books in the series.
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Cinderella: A Fairy Tale (Little Pebbles, 2)
In this retelling of the classic story, Cinderella never complains as she does everything that her ungrateful stepmother and stepsisters tells her to do. Cinderella's good nature is rewarded when her fairy godmother transforms her rags into a ball gown so she can attend the Prince's ball. In her haste to get home after the magnificent party, she leaves behind a glass slipper . . . a clue that the Prince uses to find Cinderella and ask her to marry him.
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The Sleeping Beauty: A Journey to the Ballet of the Marinsky Theatre
by Charles Perrault, Ima Ebong
This book introduces to the reader the young, 11-year-old Lena Gabrielle, who wants to attend the debut performance of The Sleeping Beauty at the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg in 1890. Informed by her father that this is impossible-the performance is sold out-Lena Gabrielle begins her secret journey through the streets of the fabulous historic city, in an effort to get to the Mariinsky to see the ballet. During the course of her travels statues come alive, and she meets an endearing old man (Tchaikovsky), who leads her to the door of the Mariinsky and shows her the stage where the ballet will be performed. When Lena Gabrielle touches the curtain, it parts; and she sees with her own eyes the entire Sleeping Beauty ballet unfold before her.
The conclusion of the story leaves us wondering if Lena Gabrielle has actually witnessed this historic event-or just imagined it with such clarity that we feel we have been there ourselves. The book features the forty-eight page classic story taken directly from the first English translation of the French tale - on which the ballet is based - with 50 full-colour illustrations created expressly for this book. Lavishly illustrated by Russian set designer Nikita Polyansky and endorsed and overseen by the curatorial staff of The Mariinsky Theatre to ensure accuracy of representation, this unique rendition is sure to live beyond the exciting first year of it's introduction as companion to an important international event. With the special tie-in to an international press event and the longevity of a classic tale at its core, here is the only book that is sure to endure as classic product for years to come that tells the original story of Sleeping Beauty.
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Classic Fairy Tales: Illustrated by Harry Clarke
This beautiful hardback anthology brings together the complete fairy tales by Charles Perrault, luxuriously presented with Harry Clarke's iconic, full-colour illustrations and gold gilded page edges.
First published in 1697, Charles Perrault's charming collection, Histoires ou contes du temps passé, is the reason the world fell in love with fairy tales, and these fantastical stories have delighted readers ever since - from the legendary romances of 'Cinderella' and the 'Sleeping Beauty' to amusing fables such as 'Puss in Boots'.
The inclusion of the wonderful and whimsical illustrations of the great Irish artist Harry Clarke give Perrault's work an added air of magic that will entrance readers of all ages.
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Cinderella or the Little Glass Slipper
From the acclaimed and popular illustrator of the New York Times bestseller Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Snow White, comes a unique and visually stunning spin on Cinderella - published to coincide with the release of the major-motion picture from Walt Disney directed by Kenneth Branagh and featuring an all-star cast.Charles Perrault’s story of a sweet-tempered young girl, forced into servitude by her evil stepmother and stepsisters, who finds true love with a handsome prince (with the help of a fairy godmother), has enchanted readers for more than 300 years. In this lavishly illustrated retelling of the classic fairytale, Camille Rose Garcia reimagines Cinderella through her distinctive visual aesthetic. Hers is a Cinderella for the twenty-first Dark, compelling, vibrant, and enthralling.
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Puss in Boots Shape Book (Children's Die-Cut Shape Book)
Children's classic Puss in Boots has it all. A clever cat, a just Marquis, an evil ogre, a beautiful princess, and lots of fairy-tale magic. And Laughing Elephant's shaped book version of Puss in Boots is an exciting retelling of a children's staple.
The timeless story of loyalty, cunning, and adventure is a persistently recurring folk story given perfect form by Charles Perrault. The tale of an incredible cat who leads his human to fame and fortune is told here through stylized text and full-page, Italian illustrations by C.H. Lawrence. These images are engaging and give the story of pluck and tenacity the liveliness it demands making it perfect for young readers. Puss in Boots is a reprint of an antique edition and this version boasts an attractive die-cut shape that it both interesting and durable.
An instant read-together classic, this Puss in Boots is a well-crafted keepsake that your family will enjoy for years to come.
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The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault (Calla Editions)
In the late 17th century, French author Charles Perrault helped define the fairy tale genre, transforming what had previously been an oral tradition. This magnificent hardcover reproduces his captivating renditions of "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and ten other childhood favorites. Twenty-four graceful, witty illustrations by Irish artist Harry Clarke include full-color, pen-and-ink, and silhouette images. Introduction by art historian Thomas Bodkin.
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Contes
by Charles Perrault, Nathalie Froloff
La 4e de couverture indique : "Oui, Perrault civilise les monstres, transpose le folklore oriental à la cour de Louis XIV, et métamorphose la cruauté en grâce. Mais les mythes qu'il a apprivoisés nous touchent encore : nous oublions toujours d'inviter la fée Carabosse, nous devons quitter le bal avant minuit. Que ferait un psychanalyste d'un loup déguisé en grand-mère, des femmes mortes de Barbe bleue, de l'Ogresse mère du Roi ? Qu'en ferez-vous vous-même ?"
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The Complete Fairy Tales (Oxford World's Classics Hardback Collection)
"Oh grandmama, what great big teeth you have!"
Charles Perrault's versions gave classic status to the humble fairy tale, and it is in his telling that the stories of Little Red Riding-Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and the rest have been passed down from the seventeenth century to the present day. Perrault's tales were enjoyed in the salons of Louis XIV as much as they were loved in the nursery, and it is their wit, humor, and lively detail that capture the imagination of adult and child alike. They transmute into vivid fantasies the hidden fears and conflicts by which children are affected: fears of abandonment, or worse, conflicts with siblings and parents, and the trials of growing up.
In addition to the familiar stories, this edition also includes the three verse tales--the troubling account of patient Griselda, the comic Three Silly Wishes, and the notorious Donkey-Skin. This translation by Christopher Betts captures the tone and flavor of Perrault's world, and the delightful spirit of the originals.
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The Complete Fairy Tales (Oxford World's Classics Hardcovers)
by Charles Perrault, Gustave Doré
A pumpkin is transformed into a coach. Bluebeard's young wife unlocks the door of the forbidden room. Children lost in the forest find shelter, but the house belongs to an ogre. These and many other scenes from the stories of Charles Perrault reach deep into the imagination and are never forgotten.
Now, in this scintillating new translation, the fairy tales of Perrault--stories that are known and loved around the world--are available in a beautiful gift edition. This superb translation by Christopher Betts exactly captures the tone and flavor of Perrault's world, and the delightful spirit of the originals. In addition to the classic prose tales--including The Sleeping Beauty in the Wood, Little Red Riding-Hood, Bluebeard, Puss in Boots, Cinderella, and Hop o' my Thumb--this new translation adds Perrault's tales in verse: a long poem on the subject of Patient Griselda; the notorious Donkey-Skin, often expunged from nineteenth-century collections; and the comic Three Silly Wishes. Bett's introduction deftly illuminates why in Perrault's hands these humble fairly tales have such great imaginative power, showing how they transmute into vivid fantasies the hidden fears and conflicts by which children are affected--fears of abandonment, conflicts with siblings and parents--and resolve so satisfactorily the problems experienced by children during the process of growing up. The volume also includes appendices on related tales and selected variants, a bibliography, chronology, and notes.
With twenty-six stunning illustrations by Gustave Doré, an attractive ribbon marker, and colorful end papers, this wonderful collection of Perrault's fairy tales will make a delightful gift for children of any age.
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Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper
From the acclaimed and popular illustrator of the New York Times bestseller Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Snow White, comes a unique and visually stunning spin on Cinderella—published to coincide with the release of the major-motion picture from Walt Disney directed by Kenneth Branagh and featuring an all-star cast.
Charles Perrault’s story of a sweet-tempered young girl, forced into servitude by her evil stepmother and stepsisters, who finds true love with a handsome prince (with the help of a fairy godmother), has enchanted readers for more than 300 years. In this lavishly illustrated retelling of the classic fairytale, Camille Rose Garcia reimagines Cinderella through her distinctive visual aesthetic. Hers is a Cinderella for the twenty-first century: dark, compelling, vibrant, and enthralling.
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Perrault's Fairy Tales (Dover Children's Classics)
Here are the original eight stories from the 1697 volume Contes de temps passé by the great Charles Perrault (1628–1703) in a translation that retains the charming and unsentimental simplicity that has won Perrault a permanent position in French literature. These were among the earliest versions of some of our most familiar fairy tales ("Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," "Puss in Boots," and "Tom Thumb") and are still among the few classic re-tellings of these perennial stories.
In addition to the five well-known tales listed above, Perrault tells three others that are sure to delight any child or adult: "The Fairies," a short and very simple tale of two sisters, one sweet and one spiteful; "Ricky of the Tuft," a very unusual story of a brilliant but ugly prince and a beautiful but stupid princess; and "Blue Beard," a suspense story perhaps more famous as a classic thriller than as a fairy tale. The witty verse morals that Perrault included in the original edition (often omitted in later reprintings) are retained here in verse translations.
This edition also includes 34 extraordinary full-page engravings by Gustave Doré that show clearly why this artist became the foremost illustrator of his time. These illustrations have long been considered the ideal accompaniment to Perrault's fairy tales. In many cases they created the pictorial image that we associate with the stories.
Along with the collections of Andersen, Lang, and the Brothers Grimm, this volume is among the great books of European fairy tales. These stories have been enjoyed by generation after generation of children in many countries, and are here, with magnificent Doré illustrations, waiting to be enjoyed again.
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