Fairy Tales, Their Origin and Meaning; With Some Account of Dwellers in…

"Fairy Tales, Their Origin and Meaning; With Some Account of Dwellers in Fairyland" by John Thackray Bunce is a scholarly exploration of fairy tales, likely written in the late 19th century. The work aims to examine the origins and meanings of fairy tales and provides insights into the common threads of folklore across various cultures. The author expresses a desire to spark interest in the study of folklore rather than to present a comprehensive analysis. The opening of the book sets the stage for a journey into the enchanting world of fairy tales, inviting readers to leave behind the mundane and explore the whimsical realm of "Fairy Land." Bunce describes a vivid landscape filled with magical beings and familiar characters such as Aladdin, Cinderella, and heroes who conquer giants. This introductory passage establishes a tone of nostalgia, suggesting that fairy tales occupy a timeless space where youth, adventure, and magic prevail, all while hinting at their deeper connections to ancient Aryan myths and traditions that have shaped stories across civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bunce, John Thackray, 1828-1899
Title Fairy Tales, Their Origin and Meaning; With Some Account of Dwellers in Fairyland
Credits Produced by David Deley and David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Subject Fairy tales -- History and criticism
Category Text
eBook-No. 8226
Release Date
Last Update Feb 4, 2013
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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