Books like More English fairy tales by Joseph Jacobs
Joseph Jacobs gathers 44 obscure fairy narratives from English folklore for this juvenile anthology. The tales, such as "Yallery Brown," "Tom Hickathrift," "Scrapefoot," "A. Pottle O'Brains," "Tamlane," "Tabetrort," and "Scantie Mab," showcase the rich oral traditions of Great Britain and England. The volume offers young readers a glimpse into the imaginative world of folk‑literature and preserves stories that have largely fallen into obscurity.
First publish date: May 30, 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Joseph Jacobs
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