Traditional Fairy Tales

The definitive collection of traditional Celtic fairy tales. Joseph Jacobs' 1892 anthology of the most enduring folklore from Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and Cornwall is a delight for both young and old. Leprechauns, giants, witches, princesses, castles, and sea monsters all abound in this compendium of the best mythology Britain and Ireland have to offer.

A splendid collection of both well loved and little known fairy stories which have entertained and delighted children for many generations.

Fairy stories have captivated the hearts and minds of children over many centuries. With their stories of witches and fairies, enchanting castles, and beautiful princesses, they contain all the right ingredients for exciting a young mind. But as is well known, the truths that can be found within these timeless compositions are rich in meaning and metaphor. In this innovative book, narrated by the author, seven traditional tales are beautifully retold. Appealing to children, these are also intended to inspire new meaning for adults.

In this collection of folk and fairy tales from the Scottish Highlands, we are transported to an enchanted world of persecuted heroines and courageous heroes, scheming stepmothers and monstrous beasts, swan maidens and talking cats, murderous robbers and thieving giants, benevolent fairies and mysterious strangers, and much more...Whether it is a tale of romance or revenge, legend or magic, this unabridged anthology - collected by the folklorist, Peter Buchan - has a story for everyone and is essential reading for lovers of classic Scottish folktales.

Sleep's rejuvenating effects are well known to be essential for good health and for a happier child. Techniques for mindfulness meditation have been shown to enhance cognition, enhance sleep, and lessen stress and anxiety. We've created these bedtime stories as a highly effective and enjoyable approach to introducing these health advantages to your child's life by fusing fictional storytelling with fundamental mindfulness activities.

Featuring popular tales such as Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, Tom Thumb, and Thumbelina - this audiobook contains versions of popular fairy tales by the famed Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm, who gathered the oral traditions and set the juggernaut that is the modern fairy tale in motion, or so some argue. Along with some interesting Hans Christian Andersen stories - and some from the American tradition by the likes of Baum - we have here the children’s poetry of Stevenson, Lear, and Howitt, among others, plus a few gems cherry-picked to delight and entertain!

This most celebrated collections of tales feature shape-shifting and miraculous transportation across continents, powerful jinn who rise like smoke from simple vessels, and dreams that delve into the secrets of the subconscious. This innovative book retells a selection of tales that have captured the imaginations of countless people over many centuries. Accompanying each is a contemporary short story that reframes the messages and teachings of the original, specifically written for an adult audience.

Odysseus’s greatest challenge is only just beginning. The armies of Troy have been defeated, and the city lies in ruins. His oath fulfilled, Odysseus can at last sail for Ithaca and the long-awaited reunion with his family. But the gods, who were once his allies, have turned against him. Exiled with the warrior Eperitus, he is thrust into a world of seductive demi-gods and man-eating monsters.

A king has three sons and is determined that one shall be his heir - but which? He orders them to marry and decrees that the one who picks the best wife shall be the next king. The youngest finds himself marrying a frog, against his better judgement. But when it turns out that the frog is extraordinarily gifted in such skills as carpet weaving and baking, he looks like winning the contest to be king. His frog princess is indeed a real princess under a magic spell.

When a rare and lustrous pearl is discovered in Highgate Cemetery, it's the beginning of one of the most sinister cases Holmes and Watson have ever faced. And one with profoundly personal ramifications for the good doctor.

The Cornish village of St Petroc is the sort of place where people come to hide. Tom Killgannon is one such person. An ex-undercover cop, Tom is in the Witness Protection Programme, and St Petroc offers him a chance to live a safe and quiet life. Until he meets Lila. Lila is a 17-year-old runaway. When she breaks into Tom's house she takes more than just his money. His wallet holds everything about his new identity. He also knows that Lila is in danger from the travellers' commune she's been living at. 

This is the second collection of Traditional Tales, re-told by Wizard Grandpa. Building on the success of Volume 1, Wizard Grandpa fascinates a new generation with stories which were old when even he was a boy. Fairy tales, folk tales, myths, and legends are eternal, but can be told and re-told in many different ways. Wizard Grandpa likes to tell these stories directly to his audiences, but for those of you who can't be there, these audio versions capture the essence of his storytelling. 

Der kleine Held von Haarlem – und 8 weitere Geschichten findest du in diesem Album. Das Album gehört zu der CD-Reihe "Hörbuch für Kinder" von Friedensstimme. Die Geschichten stammen von der TVF-Kinderbuch-Reihe und wurden sprachlich neu bearbeitet. Verschiedene Sprecher erzählen Geschichten aus alter Zeit, von Glauben, Liebe und Hoffnung gegenüber Gott. Lass dich mitnehmen in die Erlebnisse von Kindern aus aller Welt und lerne dabei den besten Freund aller Menschen, Jesus Christus, kennen.

Regina, das Segenskind. Das Album gehört zu der CD-Reihe „Hörbuch für Kinder“ von Friedensstimme. Die Geschichten stammen von der TVF-Kinderbuch-Reihe und wurden sprachlich neu bearbeitet. Verschiedene Sprecher erzählen Geschichten aus alter Zeit, von Glauben, Liebe und Hoffnung gegenüber Gott. Lass dich mitnehmen in die Erlebnisse von Kindern aus aller Welt und lerne dabei den besten Freund aller Menschen, Jesus Christus, kennen. Folgende Beschreibungen geben dir einen kleinen Einblick in die Erzählungen: Regina ist auf der Reise in die Fremde zu ihrem unbekannten Verwandten.

Ein unbeschreiblicher Schreck. Ein unbeschreiblicher Schreck – und 9 weitere Geschichten findest du in diesem Album. Das Album gehört zu der CD-Reihe "Hörbuch für Kinder§" von Friedensstimme. Die Geschichten stammen von der TVF-Kinderbuch-Reihe und wurden sprachlich neu bearbeitet. Verschiedene Sprecher erzählen Geschichten aus alter Zeit, von Glauben, Liebe und Hoffnung gegenüber Gott. Lass dich mitnehmen in die Erlebnisse von Kindern aus aller Welt und lerne dabei den besten Freund aller Menschen, Jesus Christus, kennen.

Shiao Hua, das Chinesenmädchen – und 9 weitere Geschichten findest du in diesem Album. Das Album gehört zu der CD-Reihe "Hörbuch für Kinder" von Friedensstimme. Die Geschichten stammen von der TVF-Kinderbuch-Reihe und wurden sprachlich neu bearbeitet. Verschiedene Sprecher erzählen Geschichten aus alter Zeit, von Glauben, Liebe und Hoffnung gegenüber Gott. Lass dich mitnehmen in die Erlebnisse von Kindern aus aller Welt und lerne dabei den besten Freund aller Menschen, Jesus Christus, kennen.

When a knight from the Round Table of Camelot bursts into 221B Baker Street demanding the help of Sherlock Holmes, there begins the oddest, most mystical adventure Holmes and Watson have ever experienced. Merlin himself, has called the great detective and his scribe back through time, to solve a vexing problem.

The road to Rome is long and full of peril. Following his retirement, ex-legionnaire Carbo journeys back to Rome, blissfully unaware of the dangers that await him. On the way, he encounters many adventures, strives to solve a mysterious theft, and meets an old friend getting ready for gladiatorial combat. In other stories, we visit Elissa, the evil priestess, and Vespillo, the trusty watchman, and discover more about their colourful histories. We see a young boy’s first battle and travel all the way to the barbaric Hadrian’s Wall.

A timeless masterpiece written by L. Frank Baum, this is one of the few Cantonese children's books available on the market. Edited by writers from Hong Kong and the United States, it retells the story of Dorothy's search for her way home in the Land of Oz, using the language you are most familiar with.

Plant Stories: original stories related to plants plus a taste of plant-related African, Yoruba myths. Every culture has its myths and fables - tales from around the world that have evolved to explain how we interact with each other, nature, and the elements - tales that, above all, have evolved to help us cope with our fears, achieve our dreams, and help us understand our planet and our place in it.