The Orange Fairy Book (eBook)

Andrew Lang (Autor)

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2022
250 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738793-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Orange Fairy Book," Andrew Lang presents a rich collection of fairy tales that showcases the enchanting diversity of folklore from around the world. This volume, the fifth in Lang's celebrated Fairy Books series, features stories drawn from cultures as far-flung as India, Japan, and Eastern Europe, melding charming narratives with moral lessons and sparkling imagination. Lang's distinctive literary style combines vivid storytelling with an approachable prose, successfully preserving the oral traditions of these tales while infusing them with a playful elegance that appeals to readers of all ages. Andrew Lang, a noted Scottish poet, novelist, and anthropologist, possessed an immense passion for collecting and preserving folklore. His extensive travels and academic pursuits in anthropology provided him with a profound appreciation for the universality of storytelling. Lang's work not only aims to entertain but also serves as a cultural bridge, illustrating the shared human experience across geographical boundaries. His emphasis on the beauty of international fairy tales enriches our understanding of diverse cultural heritages. For readers seeking to delve into the magical realms of folklore, "The Orange Fairy Book" is an essential treasure trove. This beautifully curated collection invites both young and adult readers to engage with timeless stories that resonate with universal themes of love, bravery, and transformation. Immerse yourself in this vibrant anthology, and discover how fairy tales can still enlighten and inspire.

Autor

Andrew Lang (1844–1912) was a prolific Scottish writer and polymath who made significant contributions in various fields, including anthropology, mythology, poetry, and literary criticism. With a deep interest in folklore and fairy tales, Lang is best known for his 'Coloured' Fairy Books series, a twelve-volume collection of fairy tales from around the world, which he edited and to a lesser degree contributed to. 'The Orange Fairy Book' (1906), a part of this series, is one of his notable works, continuing Lang's tradition of compiling enchanting folk and fairy tales from diverse cultural traditions. A master of the folktale genre, Lang's editorial craft integrated a scholarly respect for the folk tradition with an understanding of the narratives' significance as entertainment. Lang's fairy tale books have cemented his reputation as a central figure for those interested in the literature of myth and the study of folklore. Besides his fairy tale collections, Lang was also an accomplished historian and a pioneer in the field of 'Psychical Research.' His literary style often incorporated a fusion of erudition with the fantastic, appealing to both young and mature readers. He was a contemporary of the literary giant figures of his time, such as Robert Louis Stevenson, with whom he maintained a correspondence. Lang's legacy is one of a foundational contributor to the literary form of the fairy tale, and his works continue to be read and appreciated for their richness, imagination, and scholarly significance.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Vorlesebücher / Märchen
• Schlagworte: Andrew Lang fairy books • Artemis Fowl • A Wrinkle in Time • Childhood imagination stories • classic fairy tales • Comparative Literature • Cultural diversity • cultural heritage preservation • diverse storytelling themes • Dr. Seuss • Enchanting moral fables • enchanting narratives • fairy tale anthology • Fairy tale classics • fairy tale collection • fantasy storytelling traditions • Folklore Collection • Folk narrative traditions • folk tales for teens • global folklore • Grimm • Hans Christian Andersen • Harry Potter • Historical folklore anthologies • human imagination • international folk tales • J. R. R. Tolkien • Lang's fairy stories • Literary Craftsmanship • Mythological narratives compilation • Narnia • Orange Fairy Book • Percy Jackson • Peter Rabbit • Scholarly Pursuits • Scottish folklorist • Victorian fairy tales • whimsical children's literature • World Fairy Tales • young adult mythology