A delightful, diverse selection of fairy tales from around the world by one of our most beloved children's writers
An anthology of bestselling children's author Funke's favourite fairytales from her native Germany and beyond, also including choices from Russia, Japan and Native American culture.
"The words of these tales create enthralling images, transporting readers to earlier times and enchanted worlds. . . Denouncing past social norms, these tales are bewitching."
— Kirkus Reviews"Fairy and folk tale collections are only as good as their compiler, but you're in safe hands with the distinguished author Cornelia Funke." —
Evening Standard, Best Children's Books to Buy this Christmas
"A collection that is a breath of fairytale fresh air... a welcome change from the exhausted classics." —
The Times"Jewel-bright and provocative fairy-tale retellings." —
Metro"A marvellous selection." —
Herald Praise for Cornelia Funke: • "A wonderful storyteller" --
Sunday Times • "Germany's answer to J.K. Rowling"
Daily Telegraph • "A master"
Independent
