Most Popular Books by Charles Perrault

The Tales of Mother Goose by Charles Perrault: This classic collection of fairy tales features enchanting and timeless stories that have captivated readers for generations. From Cinderella''s magical transformation to the adventures of Little Red Riding Hood and Puss in Boots, Charles Perrault''s fairy tales have become essential literary works that continue to inspire imagination and moral lessons for readers of all ages. Key Aspects of the Book "The Tales of Mother Goose": Timeless Fairy Tales: The book includes some of the most beloved fairy tales, which have become ingrained in popular culture and continue to be adapted into various forms of media. Moral Lessons: Perrault''s stories often convey valuable life lessons and moral teachings, making them more than just entertaining tales but also sources of wisdom. Legacy and Influence: "The Tales of Mother Goose" played a significant role in popularizing fairy tales and setting the foundation for the fairy tale genre as we know it today. Charles Perrault was a French author and member of the Académie Française. He was born in Paris in 1628 and worked as a civil servant during his early career. Perrault gained literary fame later in life when he published "Tales and Stories of the Past with Morals," which included iconic fairy tales like "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," and "Little Red Riding Hood." These tales, known as Mother Goose stories, became classics of children''s literature and have been cherished for centuries.

An illustrated collection of eleven tales including such familiar titles as "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" and less familiar ones such as "Tufty Ricky" and "The Fairies."

A little girl meets a hungry wolf in the forest while on her way to visit her grandmother.

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. Little Thumb is the youngest of seven children in a poor woodcutter''s family. His greater wisdom compensates for his smallness of size. When the children are abandoned by their parents, he finds a variety of means to save his life and the lives of his brothers. After being threatened and pursued by an ogre, Poucet steals his magic seven-league boots while the monster is sleeping... Includes a unique illustration!

Of the eleven tales which the present volume comprises, the first eight are from the master-hand of Charles Perrault. Charles Perrault (1628-1703) enjoyed much distinction in his day, and is familiar to students of French literature for the prominent part that he played in the famous Quarrel of the Ancients and Moderns, which so keenly occupied French men of letters in the latter part of the seventeenth century. But his fame to-day rests upon his authorship of the traditional Tales of Mother Goose; or Stories of Olden Times, and so long as there are children to listen spellbound to the adventures of Cinderella, Red Riding Hood, and that arch rogue Puss in Boots, his memory will endure. To the eight tales of Perrault three others have been added here. ''Beauty and the Beast,'' by Mme Leprince de Beaumont (1711-1781), has a celebrity which warrants its inclusion, however inferior it may seem, as an example of the story-teller''s art, to the masterpieces of Perrault. ''Princess Rosette'' and ''The Friendly Frog'' are from the prolific pen of Mme d''Aulnoy (1650-1705), a contemporary of Perrault, whom she could sometimes rival in invention, if never in dramatic power.

"Puss in Boots," "Blue Beard," "Tom Thumb," and other beloved fairy tale classics, as set down by the man who first rescued them from the oral tradition in the 17th century. Contains six color plates and 30 black-and-white illustrations.

Welcome to Charles Perrault''s enchanting collection of fairy tales, "Tales of Passed Times (with morals)" or "Mother Goose Tales," translated from the original "Histoires ou contes du temps passé avec des moralités or Les Contes de ma mère l''Oye". Unlike most fairy tales you will find for sale by publishers worldwide, this is NOT a softened or politically correct version of Charles Perrault''s writings; this is the original. This timeless compilation of tales transports us to a world where magical events and unforgettable characters captivate our imaginations. In this book, you will find some of the most well-known and beloved stories ever told, including: Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, Bluebeard, Puss in Boots, Cinderella, Riquet with the Tuft, Hop-o''-My-Thumb, and Donkey Skin. These stories not only entertain and delight but also impart valuable life lessons and morals. Each tale invites the reader to explore themes of love, courage, wisdom, and resilience. Charles Perrault''s unique storytelling style weaves together enchanting narratives that have resonated with readers for centuries. Prepare to embark on a journey into a realm where the extraordinary becomes ordinary, and the lessons learned are timeless.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

''The Tales of Mother Goose'', as first collected by Charles Perrault in 1696 are here presented, with a translation by Charles Welsh and an Introduction by M.V. O''Shea. 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 stories in this particular text encompass favorites such 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 Thumb'' and ''The Fairy.'' The text is accompanied by the wonderful black-and-white illustrations of D.J. Munro, inspired by - and in the style of, the great artist Gustave Dore (1832-1883), who worked primarily with wood engraving. These images further refine and enhance the storytelling of the legendary Perrault. This is a book to be enjoyed and appreciated by both young and old alike."

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. Donkeyskin is a French literary fairytale written in verse by Charles Perrault. It was first published in 1695. A king had a beautiful wife and a rich castle, including a marvelous donkey whose droppings were gold. One day his wife died, after making him promise not to marry except to a woman whose beauty and attributes equaled hers. The king grieved, but was, in time, persuaded to seek another wife. It became clear that the only woman who would fit the promise was his own daughter... Include a unique illustration!

Charles Perrault fairytales are magical; but how do you get kids excited about the stories when most translations were written over 100 years ago in a dated English? This is a collection of the very best known works of Charles Perrault in modern English! All the classic tales are here (including: Cinderella, Puss In Boots, Sleeping Beauty, Bluebeard, and Little Red Riding Hood) This book is also available as a larger anthology with even more Perrault’s stories. KidLit-o is a new publishing house just for kids! From reimagined classics to history books, there''s something for everyone here!

«The Master Cat, or Puss in Boots» by Charles Perrault, Charles Welsh and illustrated by Michael Bychkov.

With the help of her fairy godmother, a kitchen maid mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters attends the palace ball where she meets the prince of her dreams.

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. Little Thumb is the youngest of seven children in a poor woodcutter''s family. His greater wisdom compensates for his smallness of size. When the children are abandoned by their parents, he finds a variety of means to save his life and the lives of his brothers. After being threatened and pursued by an ogre, Poucet steals his magic seven-league boots while the monster is sleeping...

«Riquet with the Tuft» by Charles Perrault, Charles Welsh and illustrated by Michael Bychkov.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Not only is grandmother eaten up in this Perrault version, but so is Little Red Riding Hood.

Original versions of "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and more. With 34 magnificent illustrations by Gustave Dore.

Fairy tales of Perrault in the original French.