The fairy tales of Charles Perrault- 10 timeless stories published from 1693 to 1697- have endured in the public imagination, becoming archetypes that define the genre. Told with style, sophistication, and wry humor, Perrault' s tales inspired writers and folklorists throughout the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries and were the basis for numerous popular adaptations, including the animated films of Walt Disney.
Featuring all 10 of Perrault' s fairy tales- including " Little Red Riding-Hood," " Cinderella," " Sleeping Beauty," " Puss in Boots," " Little Thumbling," and " Bluebeard" - this Top Five Classics compilation also presents all 41 engraved illustrations by Gustave Doré from his famed 1862 edition, with a new translation of Perrault' s original French texts (including the morals in verse), an informative introduction, and a detailed author biography. Meant for children, but enjoyed by readers of all ages, this illustrated edition captures the wonder, charm, humor, drama, and horror of the original tales, in a modern translation that reflects the simple yet elegant language of Charles Perrault.
| ISBN: | 9781938938474 |
| Publication date: | 14th July 2020 |
| Author: | Charles Perrault |
| Illustrator: | Gustave Doré |
| Publisher: | Top Five Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 172 pages |
| Series: | Top Five Classics |
| Genres: |
Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales |
The fairy tales of Charles Perrault- 10 timeless stories published from 1693 to 1697- have endured in the public imagination, becoming archetypes that define the genre. Told with style, sophistication, and wry humor, Perrault' s tales inspired writers and folklorists throughout the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries and were the basis for numerous popular adaptations, including the animated films of Walt Disney.
Featuring all 10 of Perrault' s fairy tales- including " Little Red Riding-Hood," " Cinderella," " Sleeping Beauty," " Puss in Boots," " Little Thumbling," and " Bluebeard" - this Top Five Classics compilation also presents all 41 engraved illustrations by Gustave Doré from his famed 1862 edition, with a new translation of Perrault' s original French texts (including the morals in verse), an informative introduction, and a detailed author biography. Meant for children, but enjoyed by readers of all ages, this illustrated edition captures the wonder, charm, humor, drama, and horror of the original tales, in a modern translation that reflects the simple yet elegant language of Charles Perrault.
Tales of Times Past features in the following genres: Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales
Tales of Times Past is available in Paperback
Tales of Times Past was written by Charles Perrault and published by Top Five Books
Tales of Times Past has 172 pages
Yes it is part of Top Five Classics series