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The Olive Fairy Book by Andrew Lang and H. J. Ford
"The Olive Fairy Book" by Andrew Lang is a collection of fairy tales, edited and compiled in the early 20th century. As part of Lang's renowned Fairy Book series, this volume presents delightful stories sourced from various cultural backgrounds, filled with magic, adventure, and whimsical characters. The tales often include themes of love, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil, making them appealing to readers of all ages. The opening of "The Olive Fairy Book" introduces readers to a style reflective of classic fairy tale narratives. It begins with a detailed preface by Lang, where he discusses his inspiration from a multitude of fairy tales over the years and sets the context for the stories that follow. The first tale, "Madschun," revolves around a young man who, determined to win the heart of a princess, embarks on a seemingly impossible quest to collect all the birds in the world. His journey unfolds with encounters with a holy man who provides guidance, leading to fantastical challenges and a magical resolution. This tale, alongside others in the collection, serves to illustrate Lang's effort to curate stories that not only entertain but also impart moral lessons, showcasing the rich tapestry of folklore from around the globe. ... Read more
About this eBook
| Editor | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
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| Illustrator | Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice), 1860-1941 |
| LoC No. | 07031208 |
| Title | The Olive Fairy Book |
| Contents | Madschen -- The blue parrot -- Geirlaug the king's daughter -- The story of little King Loc -- 'A long-bow story' -- Jackal or tiger? -- The comb and the collar -- The thanksgiving of the Wazir -- Samba the coward -- Kupti and Imani -- The strange adventures of Little Maia -- Diamond cut diamond -- The green knight -- The five wise words of the guru -- The golden-headed fish -- Dorani -- The satin surgeon -- The billy goat and the king -- The story of Zoulvisia -- Grasp all, lose all -- The fate of the turtle -- The snake prince -- The prince and princess in the forest -- The clever weaver -- The boy who found fear at last -- He wins who waits -- The steel cane -- The punishment of the fairy Gangana -- The silent princess. |
| Credits | Produced by David Edwards, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27826 |
| Release Date | Jan 18, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2194 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Original page: gutenberg.org/ebooks/27826