One Hundred Merrie And Delightsome Stories (eBook)

Right Pleasaunte To Relate In All Goodly Companie By Way Of Joyance And Jollity

Various (Autor)

Antoine de La Sale (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
16550 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766418988-2 (EAN)

Infos

"One Hundred Merrie And Delightsome Stories" offers a curated anthology of tales that reflect the diverse cultural tapestry and moral lessons prevalent in early children's literature. This collection is characterized by an enchanting narrative style, integrating whimsy with didacticism, masterfully balancing entertainment with education. The literary context of these stories, rooted in Victorian values and the burgeoning field of children's literature, speaks to a time when stories were both a vehicle for moral teachings and a means of nurturing the imagination of young readers, laying the foundation for future narrative forms. The authorship of this anthology is attributed to various storytellers whose unique backgrounds and perspectives collectively shape the narrative's charm. These writers were often inspired by folklore, fairy tales, and the pressing need to instill moral virtues in children. Their varied experiences and societal roles contributed to an eclectic mix of tales that embody the optimism and cautionary themes of the era, making it a remarkable reflection of the social mores of its time. I highly recommend "One Hundred Merrie And Delightsome Stories" to readers of all ages, particularly those interested in the evolution of children's literature. This anthology not only serves as a delightful collection for young readers but also provides scholars and parents with valuable insights into the values and teachings of a bygone era, ensuring that its joyous tales reach the hearts of contemporary audiences.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.11.2019
• Übersetzer: Robert B. Douglas
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Schlagworte: chivalric romance narratives • classic authors • classic English folklore • classic fiction • Classic Literature • comedic literary collection • cultural heritage stories • diverse narrative styles • Fables • Folktales • French fiction • French Literature • literary anthology • literary collection • literary tales • Medieval • medieval fantasy tales • morality fables anthology • Novelle • public domain literature • Short Stories • Tales • timeless storytelling traditions • To 1500 • Translations into English • Vivid imagery prose • whimsical short stories