The Orange Fairy Book

Name: The Orange Fairy Book
Author: Andrew Lang

By Andrew Lang

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About This Book

An edited anthology of traditional fairy tales and folktales gathered from many regions and adapted for young readers, presenting animal tricksters, giants, enchanted objects, quests, and tests of wit and courage. The prefatory material explains sources, translation and editing choices, and notes recurring motifs that link distant traditions. Tales are simplified and sometimes softened while retaining characteristic folk themes, and the collection ranges across African, Indian, European, and other regional stories. The narratives mix wonder and humor with lessons about resourcefulness, kindness, and cleverness, offering a varied panorama of popular storytelling forms and motifs rather than a single continuous plot.

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.