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1. The Fourth Pig

   • Naomi Mitchison

   • 256 stránek
   • 9 hodin čtení

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   An enchanting collection that introduces the author and activist Naomi Mitchison to a new generation of readers The Fourth Pig, originally published in 1936, is a wide-ranging collection of fairy tales, poems, and ballads that reflect the hopes and forebodings of their era but also resonate with those of today. From a retelling of “Hansel and Gretel” to the experimental title story, a dark departure from “The Three Little Pigs,” this book is a testament to the talents of Naomi Mitchison (1897–1999), who was an irrepressible phenomenon—a prominent Scottish political activist as well as a prolific author. Mitchison’s work, exemplified by the tales in this superb new edition, is stamped with her characteristic sharp wit, magical invention, and vivid political and social consciousness. Marina Warner, the celebrated scholar of myths and fairy tales and writer of fiction, provides an insightful introduction to Mitchison as a remarkable writer and personality.

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2. Fairy Tales for the Disillusioned

   • Gretchen Schultz

   • 255 stránek
   • 9 hodin čtení

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   "The present volume contains thirty-five fairy tales by nineteen writers, presented chronologically by author"--Introduction.

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3. The cloak of dreams

   • Béla Balázs

   • 177 stránek
   • 7 hodin čtení

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   A man transforms into a flea and must unite his future parents to regain his humanity. A woman persuades a river god to heal her sick son, but the outcome is mixed. A young man faces a choice between his wife's soul and body, while two deaf mutes rise above their physical limitations in a dreamlike garden. These strange and fantastical tales by Béla Balázs (1884-1949), a Hungarian writer and film critic, delve into themes of friendship, alienation, and Taoist philosophy. Translated and introduced by fairy tale expert Jack Zipes, this collection features sixteen haunting stories originally published in 1921, accompanied by twenty Chinese-style illustrations by Mariette Lydis. The tales highlight recurring motifs such as wandering protagonists, mysterious landscapes, solitude, and magical transformations. Balázs's fairy tales articulate our deepest desires and the possibility of transcending adversity to shape our destinies. With their unusual narratives and exploration of life's cruelties and unexpected turns, these enchanting stories promise to entertain, startle, and intrigue readers.

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4. The Cloak of Dreams

   Chinese Fairy Tales

   • Béla Balázs

   • 192 stránek
   • 7 hodin čtení

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   Exploring the realm of enchanting fairy tales, this collection showcases the imaginative storytelling of the librettist behind Béla Bartók's opera, Bluebeard's Castle. Each tale weaves together elements of mystery and wonder, inviting readers into a world where the extraordinary meets the familiar. The narratives are rich with symbolism and depth, reflecting the complexities of human experience while maintaining a whimsical charm. Ideal for lovers of classic fairy tales and those seeking a fresh perspective on timeless themes.

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5. Lucky Hans and Other Merz Fairy Tales

   • Kurt Schwitters

   • 256 stránek
   • 9 hodin čtení

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   Kurt Schwitters revolutionized the art world in the 1920s with his Dadaist Merz collages, theater performances, and poetry. But at the same time he was also writing extraordinary fairy tales that were turning the genre upside down and inside out. This book gathers thirty-two stories written between 1925 and Schwitters' death in 1948.

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6. Fairy Tales for the Disillusioned

   • Princeton University Press

   • 296 stránek
   • 11 hodin čtení

   "The present volume contains thirty-five fairy tales by nineteen writers, presented chronologically by author"--Introduction.

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