Originally published in 1903, The Crimson Fairy Book is a vibrant collection of more than 30 diverse stories from prominent authors across the globe. This is one entry in Andrew Lang’s beloved fairy tale series.The Crimson Fairy Book provides another collection of classic stories for a new generation. It’s a vivid compilation of royalty, magical creatures, servants and giants. This edition also highlights a variety of stories from Europe and Asia. Notable titles include "The Death of Abu Nowas and of his Wife," "How the Beggar Boy turned into Count Piro," "The Gold-bearded Man" and "The Boy Who Could Keep a Secret." Lang delivers a phenomenal selection of stories that have become the English and American standard. The Crimson Fairy Book is a worthy addition to Andrew Lang’s impressive catalog. It’s a must-have for fans of classic fairy tales and oral traditions. Lang breathes new life into stories passed on from generation to generation. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Crimson Fairy Book is both modern and readable.
This is Book 142 in the Mint Editions Series. See all Mint Editions books here.
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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 one of the most important collectors of folk and fairy tales. A prolific author, Lang published more than 100 works during his career. His collections of Fairy boo
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