The Fairy Books of Andrew Lang / A Project Gutenberg Linked Index to All Stories in the 12 Volumes

Name: The Fairy Books of Andrew Lang / A Project Gutenberg Linked Index to All Stories in the 12 Volumes
Author: Andrew Lang

By Andrew Lang

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A compiled index enumerates the contents of twelve color-themed fairy-book volumes edited by Andrew Lang, listing the tale titles included in each collection. It gathers folk and fairy tales from diverse traditions, pairing familiar classics with lesser-known regional variants and arranging them by volume and color. The index serves as a navigational guide to hundreds of short narratives—folk motifs, animal tales, wonder stories, and romances—enabling readers to locate specific tales across the multi-volume set.

About the Author

Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, known for his contributions to folklore and mythology. He is perhaps best recognized for his work "A Collection of Ballads," which showcases his interest in traditional narratives. Lang was a prolific writer, producing numerous essays and books on various subjects, including history and literature. His literary style often blended humor with scholarly insight, making his works accessible to a broad audience. In addition to his original writings, he is celebrated for his role in popularizing fairy tales through his collections, which have become integral to the study of folklore.