Stories from the Faerie Queen, Told to the Children by Edmund Spenser and Jean Lang

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Author Spenser, Edmund, 1552?-1599
Author Lang, Jean, 1867-1932
Illustrator Le Quesne, Rose
Title Stories from the Faerie Queen, Told to the Children
Series Title Told to the children series
Note Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Stories from the Faerie Queen, Told to the Children" by Jean Lang is a collection of retold stories from Edmund Spenser's epic poem, "The Faerie Queene," created for a young audience in the early 20th century. This charming compilation aims to introduce children to the enchanting adventures and moral lessons found in Spenser's original work, which reflects the values of chivalry and virtue. The collection features notable characters such as the brave Una, the valiant Red Cross Knight, and various mythical creatures, inviting readers into a magical world filled with heroism, love, and moral challenges. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces us to Una, a beautiful and virtuous princess who faces a dire threat to her kingdom from a vicious dragon. She bravely sets off to seek the help of the Faerie Queen, where she meets the noble Red Cross Knight, who vows to rescue her parents and vanquish the dragon. Their journey includes encounters with magical beings and deceitful sorcery, leading to trials of trust and bravery. As they navigate these obstacles, including a mischievous magician who sows discord, the story emphasizes themes of loyalty and courage, setting a foundation for the epic adventures that will unfold in subsequent tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children's stories
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mythology -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 41350
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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