The Greatest Bed-Time Stories - Fascinating Tales of Magic Fairies & Animal Tales (Peter Rabbit The Wizard of Oz Uncle Wiggily…)
Lewis Carroll, Louisa May Alcott, Oscar Wilde, L. Frank Baum, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Hans Christian Andersen, Anna Sewell, Aesop Aesop, Andrew Lang, George MacDonald, John Ruskin, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Mary Louisa Molesworth, Rudyard Kipling, J.M. Barrie, Hugh Lofting, Thornton Burgess, Brothers Grimm, Margery Williams, Laura Lee Hope, Johnny Gruelle, R. Nisbet Bain, Beatrix Potter, Evelyn Sharp, Maurice Maeterlinck, Carl Sandburg, Marion St. John Webb, Valery Carrick, W. R. S. Ralston, Arthur Ransome, Howard R. Garis, Jack London, Georgette Leblanc, Vishnu Sharma
Editora: DigiCat
Sinopse
In 'The Greatest Bed-Time Stories,' Lewis Carroll takes the reader on a nocturnal odyssey through a collection that embraces the quintessence of childhood wonder and literary enchantment. With a compendium that spans dragon lore and cherished animal fables, to the timeless adventures penned by Carroll himself, the anthology is a testament to the power of storytelling at the day's end. The prose, rich with imaginative flourishes and mystical encounters, is an exhibition of the literary style that harkens back to an era when oral tales were fireside currency. Within this literary context, Carroll's work bridges the collective narrative heritage of Aesop's fables and the Brothers Grimm, to the more contemporary fantasies of Baum and Barrie, all while maintaining a cohesive whimsy that is Carroll's signature. Lewis Carroll, known for his literary nonsense and fantastical narratives, has always demonstrated an acute understanding of the child's psyche. This compilation likely stems from Carroll's desire to not only entertain but also impart wisdom through the veil of fantasy. His background as a writer, mathematician, and a logician intertwines to produce stories that resonate with both children and adults, engaging on multiple levels and inviting a deeper look into the allegories nestled within these bedtime tales. 'The Greatest Bed-Time Stories' serves as a gateway for young minds to the realm of legend and myth, while offering adult readers a passage back to the innocent marvels of youth. The collection is an exquisite choice for parents seeking to instill a love of reading in their children, and for anyone who appreciates the lingering resonance of a well-spun yarn. Carroll's treasury of dreams is a delightful addition to any bedside table, ensuring that the journey to sleep is as enchanting as the dreams that follow.
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