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The Blue Fairy Book

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The Blue Fairy Book is the inaugural volume in Andrew Lang's celebrated fairy tale series, first published in 1889. This vibrant collection features over 30 enchanting stories from a variety of authors and cultures, including timeless tales like "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella or the Little Glass Slipper," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Rumpelstiltskin." Retold in accessible language, these classic stories have captivated readers worldwide, marking the start of a beloved era in fairy tale literature.
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Ideal for children and fans of classic fairy tales, this collection is perfect for readers who enjoy timeless stories filled with adventure, magic, and moral lessons. It also suits educators and parents seeking enduring tales to share with younger audiences.

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The first instalment of Andrew Lang's popular fairy tale series, The Blue Fairy Book is a vibrant collection of children's stories that have been published across the globe. Lang pulls from genre favourites such as "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella or the Little Glass Slipper," and "The Brave Little Tailor."

Originally published in 1889, The Blue Fairy Book is the first in a series of popular collections by Andrew Lang that feature international fairy tales. It's a compilation of more than 30 stories across different times and locations. The Blue Fairy Book consists of famous tales from authors such as Madame d'Aulnoy and the Brothers Grimm, retold in vivid detail in an easy-to-read format. Some of the most memorable stories include "Beauty and the Beast," "Rumpelstiltskin," "The Story of Pretty Goldilocks," and "The History of Jack the Giant-killer."

The first edition ran less than 10,000 copies before becoming a major international success. Fans of classic fairy tales will adore Andrew Lang's signature collection. The Blue Fairy Book marked the beginning of a new era in the author's impressive career. It's the inaugural edition of a long-running series that spanned well over a decade. With an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Blue Fairy Book is both modern and readable.

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781513281605

Publisher: Mint Editions

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 July 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Mint Editions

Illustration: Illustrations

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Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 320

About the Author

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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