Told Again
Old Tales Told Again
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Contributions
- Philip Pullman - Introduction
- A. H. Watson - Illustrator
- Andrea Dezsö - Cover Art
- 1927, 1955 The Literary Trustees of Walter de la Mare - Copyright
- Jack Zipes - Series General Editor
Publication
2019-11-26 - Princeton University Press, Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Language
English
Word Count
62,000 words, Guess
Page Count
248 pages
Physical Format
Paperback
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL33323731M
- ISBN-139780691196299
- ISBN-10069119629X
- OCLC Control Number877364343
- Library of Congress Control Number2014001028
and 2 more
- Amazon069119629X
- Goodreads45358716
Classifications
- DDC398.2
- LCCPZ8.D37 T
Description
**An enchanting retelling of nineteen fairy tales, introduced by popular fantasy writer Philip Pullman** Originally published in 1927, Told Again is an enchanting collection of elegant fairy tales, showcasing the formidable talents of Walter de la Mare, one of the most celebrated writers of children's literature during the first half of the twentieth century. His abundant literary gifts can be savored once more in this beautiful new edition. Nineteen adapted classics, including "Rapunzel," "Little Red Riding-Hood," "Rumplestiltskin," and "The Sleeping Beauty," are made new by de la Mare's poetic insights and graceful prose, making these tales appropriate for younger readers. With marvelous black and white illustrations by A. H. Watson, this volume also presents a splendid introduction by Philip Pullman, the contemporary master of fantasy literature.
Subjects
Series Statement
- Oddly Modern Fairy Tales #17
Other Editions
- Told Again: Old Tales Told Again
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