The Pink Fairy Book
Andrew Lang
Nov 2019 · Good Press
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In 'The Pink Fairy Book' by Andrew Lang, readers are transported into a magical world filled with enchanting fairy tales from around the globe. Lang showcases his literary prowess by intricately weaving together a collection of stories that captivate the imagination of both young and old readers. The book is widely regarded as a classic in the genre of fairy tales and continues to stand the test of time due to Lang's ability to bring these timeless tales to life through his lyrical prose and vivid storytelling. 'The Pink Fairy Book' is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty and wonder of traditional folklore. Lang's meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of the human experience shine through in this remarkable collection. Readers will be spellbound by the enchanting tales that Lang presents, leaving them with a sense of awe and wonder long after the final page is turned.
About the author
Andrew Lang was born at Selkirk in Scotland on March 31, 1844. He was a historian, poet, novelist, journalist, translator, and anthropologist, in connection with his work on literary texts. He was educated at Edinburgh Academy, St. Andrews University, and Balliol College, Oxford University, becoming a fellow at Merton College. His poetry includes Ballads and Lyrics of Old France (1872), Ballades in Blue China (1880--81), and Grass of Parnassus (1888--92). His anthropology and his defense of the value of folklore as the basis of religion is expressed in his works Custom and Myth (1884), Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887), and The Making of Religion (1898). He also translated Homer and critiqued James G. Frazer's views of mythology as expressed in The Golden Bough. He was considered a good historian, with a readable narrative style and knowledge of the original sources including his works A History of Scotland (1900-7), James VI and the Gowrie Mystery (1902), and Sir George Mackenzie (1909). He was one of the most important collectors of folk and fairy tales. His collections of Fairy books, including The Blue Fairy Book, preserved and handed down many of the better-known folk tales from the time. He died of angina pectoris on July 20, 1912.
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