The Magic Ring and Other Stories by Andrew Lang and H. J. Ford
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"The Magic Ring and Other Stories" by Andrew Lang is a collection of fairy tales written in the late 19th century. This anthology includes whimsical and imaginative stories that feature magical elements, enchanting characters, and moral lessons. The tales often center around relatable protagonists such as Martin, who discovers the power of a magic ring, and include various transformations and quests that capture the spirit of classic folklore, making it appealing to
both children and adults." "The opening of the book introduces Martin, a resourceful young man who inherits a modest fortune after his father's death. Tasked with buying provisions for his family, Martin instead uses his funds to rescue a mistreated dog, Schurka. He later saves a cat, Waska, and, despite his mother's anger at his choices, he sets off to find work. Martin's adventures lead him to a magical encounter in an underground kingdom, where he learns about the powers of a magic ring and the love of a damsel transformed into a serpent. This sets the foundation for his journey, filled with challenges and magical assistance as he navigates his way through love, hardships, and his quest for happiness." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice), 1860-1941 |
| Title |
The Magic Ring and Other Stories From the Yellow and Crimson Fairy Books |
| Contents | The magic ring -- The white duck -- Lovely Ilonka -- Clever Maria -- The language of beasts -- The cat and the mouse in partnership -- The six swans -- The story of the Emperor's new clothes -- The golden crab -- The iron stove -- The dragon and his grandmother -- The donkey cabbage -- Lucky luck -- To your good health! |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48032 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48032-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 354 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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