Nothing either frightening or ugly, but still exceedingly curious. A little woman, no bigger than he might himself have been had his legs grown like those of other children; but she was not a child--she was an old woman. Her hair was gray, and her dress was gray, and there was a gray shadow over her wherever she moved. But she had the sweetest smile, the prettiest hands, and when she spoke it was in the softest voice imaginable.

Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's The Little Lame Prince and His Travelling Cloak is a timeless children's fairy tale set in a magical realm where a young prince, who is disabled and unable to walk, embarks on a transformative journey. The book is written in a whimsical and enchanting style, with vivid descriptions and relatable characters that will captivate readers of all ages. Craik skillfully weaves themes of perseverance, inner strength, and the power of kindness throughout the narrative, making it a touching and heartwarming story that will resonate with readers for generations to come. Set against the backdrop of a fantastical land, The Little Lame Prince and His Travelling Cloak combines elements of adventure, magic, and morality in a beautifully crafted tale that is sure to enchant readers young and old alike. Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's own experiences as a writer and poet likely influenced her creation of this beloved children's classic, demonstrating her ability to craft compelling stories that endure the test of time.

A young disabled prince must reclaim his kingdom from his evil uncle, with the help of a magic cape from his godmother.

In Edgeley, South Dakota, two children, Twinkle and Chubbins, explore the natural world and observe as Policeman Bluejay enforces the laws of the birds in an orderly forest world threatened only by the wanton destructiveness of man.

From Robert Browning’s The Pied Piper of Hamelin and William Makepeace Thackeray’s The Rose and the Ring to Kenneth Grahme’s The Reluctant Dragon and J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, here are seventeen classic stories and poems from the golden age of the English fairy tale. Some of them amuse, some enchant, some satirize and criticize, but each one is an expression of the joy of living. Accompanied by illustrations from the original editions of these works this collection will delight readers both young and old. Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

This anthology brings together 14 of the best Victorian fairy tales, by major period writers as well as specialists in the genre, to show the vibrancy of the form and its ability to reflect our deepest concerns. From whimsy to satire, the stories reveal the preoccupations of the age and celebrate the value of the imagination.