Best Selling Books by Charles Perrault

Life is not easy, especially for pretty girls: they are often devoured by wolves or ill-treated by their sisters, mothers, fathers and husbands. As for boys, when they are ugly, they can also be tormented. Actually, there is always a cruel ogre looking for fresh flesh! Needless to say that fairies, unpredictable creatures, can interfere and change the course of time but it is rarely helpful: magic is not as efficient as intelligence and humanity. Compared to virtue and honesty, I would even say it is useless...

CHARLES PERRAULT (12 January 1628 - 16 May 1703) was a French author and member of the Academie Francaise. He laid the foundations for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from pre-existing folk tales. The best known of his tales include Le Petit Chaperon Rouge (Little Red Riding Hood), Cendrillon (Cinderella), Le Chat Botte (Puss in Boots), La Belle au bois Dormant (The Sleeping Beauty), and Barbe Bleue (Bluebeard). Some of Perrault''s versions of old stories may have influenced the German versions published by the Brothers Grimm more than 100 years later. The stories continue to be printed and have been adapted to opera, ballet (such as Tchaikovsky''s The Sleeping Beauty), theatre, and film. Perrault was an influential figure in the 17th-century French literary scene, and was the leader of the Modern faction during the Quarrel of the Ancients and the Moderns. This edition is an athoritative translation by Robert Samber and J. E. Mansion, with the original color illustrations and ornamentations by Harry Clarke."

Tales of Passed Times'' is a collection of Charles Perrault''s fairy tales, accompanied by the beautiful illustrations of Charles Robinson. A French nobleman and writer, Perrault (1628-1703) was among the first authors to bring magical children''s stories into the literary mainstream, proving to their original seventeenth century readers that such works were important, enjoyable, as well as thought-provoking. The stories in this particular text include such favorites as ''Blue Beard'', ''Little Red Riding-Hood'', ''Sleeping Beauty'', ''Puss in Boots'' and ''Cinderella'' as well as other, less well known tales such as ''Riquet of the Tuft'', ''Little Thumbling'' and ''Princess Rosette.'' These stories are accompanied by a set of dazzling colored illustrations from a true master of the ''Golden Age of Illustration'' - Charles Robinson (1870-1937). An active painter in his own right, and brother of the famous Thomas and William Heath Robinson, his illustrations still delight both young and old over a century later. Robinson started his illustrative career with 100 pen and ink drawings for A Child’s Garden of Verses (1895). The book was an instant hit, and from that point onwards, Robinson continued to illustrate fairy tales and children’s books – with his characteristic style of subtle line, combined with delicate watercolours. The fairy tales in their original translations are presented here, alongside Robinson''s beautiful images. Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s literature – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. Our collection showcases classic fairy tales, children’s stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

In "Old-Time Stories," Charles Perrault weaves a vibrant tapestry of fairy tales that reflect the moral fabric and cultural ethos of 17th-century France. This remarkable collection includes timeless tales such as "Cinderella" and "Little Red Riding Hood," characterized by their succinct narrative style, engaging characters, and richly descriptive language. Perrault''Äôs stories remain accessible yet ingeniously layered, offering insights into social norms, gender roles, and the value of virtue through captivating plots that juxtapose fantasy and reality, firmly establishing the foundation for the fairy tale genre in Western literature. Charles Perrault, a lawyer and member of the French Academy, was instrumental in the evolution of children''s literature. His personal experiences, combined with the societal expectations of his time, informed his portrayals of women and virtue within these stories. As a courtier in an era defined by elegance and refinement, Perrault skillfully blended folk traditions with literary sophistication, aiming to entertain while imparting valuable life lessons. "Old-Time Stories" is not just a collection of whimsical tales; it is an invitation to readers of all ages to explore the delicate interplay between reality and imagination. I highly recommend this book for those who seek to appreciate the origins of fairy tales and their enduring significance in both literature and cultural discourse.

The story of the beautiful girl turned into a servant in her own home by her step sisters has been a classic fairy tale ever since it was first published by author Charles Perrault in 1697. It has captured the hearts of millions throughout the years, and the humble and beautiful character of Cinderella, who goes to the ball, captivates the prince and finds her luck by means of a lost glass slipper, is still a well beloved tale to this very day!

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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.

The Story of Bluebeard'' is taken from the Perrault original, and illustrated with pictures and ornaments by Joseph E. Southall. Perrault (1628-1703) was among the first writers to bring magical children''s stories into the literary mainstream, proving to their original seventeenth century readers that such works were important, enjoyable, as well as thought-provoking. The tale of ''Bluebeard'' has stood the test of time; enchanting readers with its other-worldly combination of horror and fairy-tale-ending. The text is accompanied and surrounded by the wonderful black-and-white illustrations of Southall (1861-1944) who was heavily associated with the Arts and Crafts Movement; one of the last outposts of romanticism in the visual arts. Southall''s masterful creations serve to further refine and enhance Perrault''s magical story - making this a book to be enjoyed and appreciated by both young and old alike.

DIVThis comprehensive text for students of French language or literature includes 3 tales in verse as well as much-loved prose favorites such as "Sleeping Beauty" and "Cinderella." Excellent English translations appear on facing pages. /div

‘Tales of Passed Times’ is a collection of Charles Perrault’s fairy tales, accompanied by the beautiful illustrations of John Austen. A French nobleman and writer, Perrault (1628 – 1703) was among the first writers to bring magical children’s stories into the literary mainstream, proving to his original seventeenth century readers (and those in the present day!) that such works were important, enjoyable, as well as thought-provoking. The stories in this particular text include such favourites as ‘Blue Beard’, ‘Little Red Riding-Hood’, ‘Sleeping Beauty’, ‘Puss in Boots’ and ‘Cinderella’ – as well as other, less well known tales such as ‘Riquet of the Tuft’, ‘Little Thumbling’ and ‘Princess Rosette.’ These stories of ‘Tales of Passed Times’ are accompanied by a set of dazzling colour illustrations from a true master of the ‘Golden Age of Illustration’ – John Austen (1886 – 1946). His early works, including a fine ‘Hamlet’, were Beardsleyesque in style, but after 1925, Austen was heavily influenced by the Art Deco movement. His illustrations continue to delight both young and old alike, right up to the present day. They are here presented alongside the text – further refining and elucidating Perrault’s legendary storytelling. Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s classics and fairy tales – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage Golden Age illustrated books, in high-quality colour editions, so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight both young and old.

The folktale of Hansel And Gretel has its origins in stories from various European countries, relating to periods of extreme famine when families were often driven to murder, and even cannibalize, their own offspring in order to survive. As well as featuring such horror staples as an evil witch, a dark forest, and the cooking and devouring of human flesh, it also stands as the blueprint for tales of children in jeopardy. This special ebook collection of texts relating to the Hansel And Gretel legend starts with the definitive Grimms version from 1812, followed by an earlier Italian variant, Giambattista Basile’s Nennillo And Nennella (1674). It also features two classic tales from France: Le Petit Poucet (“Hop O’My Thumb”) by Charles Perrault (1697), and Finette Cendron (“Cunning Cinders”) by Madame d''Aulnoy (1721); both of these works feature elements (abandoned children, incinerating cannibal monsters) which would later crystallize in the Grimms classic. As a bonus, this collection also includes two parallel tales of Baba Yaga, the cannibal witch of Russian legend: Baba Yaga, and Baba Yaga And Vasilissa The Beautiful, both dating from the 19th century. With a cover illustration by Arthur Rackham.

Rare edition with unique illustrations. Along with the collections of Andersen, Lang, and the Brothers Grimm, the Fairy tales of Charles Perrault is among the great books of European fairy tales. These stories have been enjoyed by generation after generation of children in many countries, and are here, waiting to be enjoyed again. "Blue beard" is a French folktale, the most famous surviving version of which was written by Charles Perrault and first published by Barbin in Paris in 1697 in Histoires ou contes du temps passe. The tale tells the story of a violent nobleman in the habit of murdering his wives and the attempts of one wife to avoid the fate of her predecessors.

Along with the collections of Andersen, Lang, and the Brothers Grimm, the Fairy tales of Charles Perrault is among the great books of European fairy tales. These stories have been enjoyed by generation after generation of children in many countries, and are here, waiting to be enjoyed again.Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper , is an Italian folk tale embodying a myth-element of unjust oppression. The first written version was published in Napoli by Giambattista Basile, in his Pentamerone. The story itself was based in the Kingdom of Naples, at that time the most important political and cultural center of Southern Italy and among the most influential capitals in Europe, and written in the Neapolitan dialect. It was later reprised, along with other Basile''s tales, by Charles Perrault in Histoires ou contes du temps passe , and by the Brothers Grimm in their folk tale collection Grimms'' Fairy Tales. Include a unique illustration!

Rare edition with unique illustrations. Along with the collections of Andersen, Lang, and the Brothers Grimm, the Fairy tales of Charles Perrault is among the great books of European fairy tales. These stories have been enjoyed by generation after generation of children in many countries, and are here, waiting to be enjoyed again. Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper, is an Italian folk tale embodying a myth-element of unjust oppression. The first written version was published in Napoli by Giambattista Basile, in his Pentamerone. The story itself was based in the Kingdom of Naples, at that time the most important political and cultural center of Southern Italy and among the most influential capitals in Europe, and written in the Neapolitan dialect. It was later reprised, along with other Basile''s tales, by Charles Perrault in Histoires ou contes du temps passe, and by the Brothers Grimm in their folk tale collection Grimms'' Fairy Tales.

Charles Perrault''s versions gave classic status to the humble fairy tale, and it is in his telling that the stories of Little Red Riding-Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and the rest have been passed down from the seventeenth century to the present day. Perrault''s tales were enjoyed in the salons of Louis XIV as much as they were loved in the nursery, and it is their wit, humour, and lively detail that capture the imagination of adult and child alike. They transmute into vivid fantasies the hidden fears and conflicts by which children are affected: fears of abandonment, or worse, conflicts with siblings and parents, and the trials of growing up. This new translation by Christopher Betts exactly captures the tone and flavour of Perrault''s world, and the delightful spirit of the originals. In addition to the familiar stories, this edition also includes the three verse tales - the troubling account of patient Griselda, the comic Three Silly Wishes, and the notorious Donkey-Skin. The introduction explores the nature of the stories and how they have been interpreted; Gustave Doré''s wonderful illustrations add a further dimension to their imaginative power.

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The cat with boots. (Le Maître Chat ou le Chat bottand, in Frenchands) is a European folk tale compiled, in 1695, by Charles Perrault and published in 1697 in his book Tales of Antañor (Histoires ou contes du temps passand. Avec des moralitands). as Master Cat or Puss in Boots. 3. It tells the story of a cat that, based on cunning and deceitñYou, get the fortune and the hand of a princess for your master, totally poor. The 1695 handwritten book istodedicated to Mademoiselle, niece of Louis XIV. Puss in Boots was a hit from its first publication and remains popular, despite its ambiguous morals. The character is inspired by at least two stories previously written: the novel The Pleasant Nights by Gianfrancesco Straparola (1550, the first part and 1553, the second part) . and the Pentamerorn (The tale of tales), collectionorn of stories by Giambattista Basile published in five volumes, from 1634 to 1636. Puss in Boots has inspired designers, composers, choreographers, and just about every type of artist. It appears in the third act of the ballet The Sleeping Beauty of Tchaikovsky. In addition, the adaptations of the story have been multiple, from theater to cinema and comics, through opera, parodies ...

Este ebook presenta "Cuentos de Charles Perrault (con índice activo)” con un sumario dinámico y detallado. Publicados originariamente en 1697, los Cuentos de antaño es un libro de Charles Perrault. Se trata de una herencia mezclada de tradición oral con leyendas, que dio la fama e inicio un nuevo estilo de literatura: los cuentos de hadas.En el presente volumen presentamos los títulos más reconocidos y universales, los que figuran en la memoria colectiva y particular de cada uno de nosotros: La bella durmiente del bosque, Caperucita roja, Barba azul, El gato con botas, Las hadas, Cenicienta, Riquete el del copete y Pulgarcito. Charles Perrault (1628 – 1703) fue un escritor francés, principalmente reconocido por haber dado forma literaria a cuentos clásicos infantiles tales como Caperucita Roja y El gato con botas, atemperando en muchos casos la crudeza de las versiones orales.

One of the most famous fairy tales of the French writer Charles Perrault "Puss in Boots" tells the story of a cat that got inherited by one of three brothers. At first, the young man was not very happy, but then because of cunning and devotion of the cat, he got much more than he dreamed about. "My Grandma''s Tales" is a series of fairy tales from around the world. http://mygrandmastales.com

Charles Perrault published the fairy Tales in "The tales of Mother Goose" in the late 17th century. The stories are now fundamental to Western childhood literature and also include numerous lessons and moral teachings. A selection of popular Perrault tales offer some insights: Cinderella: Patience and Virtue - Lesson: Rewarding these happen to be kindness and patience. Cinderella displays kindness and determination as she bears the cruelty of her stepfamily and ultimately, due to her good nature, discovers love and happiness. Little Red Riding Hood: Caution as well as Obedience. Lesson 1: The importance of being cautious and listening t o your parents. The choice of Little Red Riding Hood to not follow her mother''s advice to remain exactly where she is leads to danger. Sleeping Beauty: Hope and destiny are connected by Destiny. Lesson: Regardless of the fact that fate appears to influence events, hope and tenacity can nevertheless secure a positive outcome. The prince ultimately awakens Sleeping Beauty despite the curse, illustrating that patience pays off. Puss in Boots: " Cleverness as well as Resourcefulness. Lesson: Life could be made better by being ingenious and clever. Puss in Boots shows that brains could be as helpful as muscle - to enrich both himself as well as his master.

Puss in Boots is one of the most famous of Charles Perrault''s tales. It was first published in 1697 in a collection of eight fairy tales called Histoires ou contes du temps passé (Stories or Tales of Past Times). Since that time, Puss in Boots has become a very popular character and has appeared in films, cartoons and comics. Despite its popularity, the tale has been criticised by some people. For example, George Cruikshank, the British caricaturist and book illustrator, wrote, "When I came to look carefully at that story, I felt compelled to rewrite it, and alter the character of it to a certain extent, for, as it stood, the tale was a succession of successful falsehoods - a clever lesson in lying, a system of imposture rewarded by the greatest worldly advantages! - a useful lesson, truly, to be impressed upon the minds of children." This edition includes remarkable illustrations by Walter Crane. Crane''s work on children''s books in cooperation with the publisher Edmund Evans earned him worldwide fame in the late 19th century. (For more fairy tales of Charles Perrault with illustrations by Walter Crane see ISBN 978-1468141184).