Grimm Tales: For Young and Old
(fb2, 448 страниц, 2 278 Kb)
Жанр: Penguin Group
Издательство: Penguin Group
Paperback. Language: English Publisher: Penguin PressClassics In this beautiful book of classic fairy tales. award-winning author Philip Pullman has chosen his fifty favourite stories from the Brothers Grimm and presents them in aclear as water retelling. in his unique and brilliant voice. From the quests and romance of classics such as Rapunzel. Snow White and Cinderella to the danger and wit of such lesser-known tales as The Three Snake Leaves. Hans-my-Hedgehog and Godfather Death. Pullman brings the heart of each timeless tale to the fore. following with a brief but fascinating commentary on the storys background and history. In his introduction. he discusses how these stories have lasted so long. and become part of our collective storytelling imagination. These new versions show the adventures at their most lucid and engaging yet. Pullmans Grimm Tales of wicked wives. br...