Tales of Times Past: The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault (Illustrated by Gustave Doré) (Top Five Classics Book 34)
Charles Perrault, Alex Lubertozzi
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Including all 10 of Perrault's fairy tales—including "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," "Little Red Riding-Hood," "Puss in Boots," "Little Thumbling," and "Bluebeard"—this Top Five Classics compilation features all 41 engraved illustrations by Gustave Doré from his famed 1862 edition, with a new translation of Perrault's original French texts (including the morals in verse), an informative introduction, and a detailed author biography. Meant for children, but enjoyed by readers of all ages, this illustrated edition captures the wonder, charm, humor, and fright of the original tales, in a modern translation that reflects the simple yet elegant language of Charles Perrault.
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