Snow White And Other Classic Princess Stories

Hans Christian Andersen · Charles Perrault · Brothers Grimm

May 2012 · Sold by Harper Collins

About this eBook

Beginning with her original incarnation as Snowdrop, the character of Snow White has enchanted readers young and old for countless generations. Snow White and Other Classic Princess Stories brings together “Snowdrop” (the original version of “Snow White”) by the Brothers Grimm with other classic princess tales from storytellers Hans Christian Andersen and Charles Perrault like “Rapunzel,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Ashputtel (Cinderella)”, and “Briar Rose (Sleeping Beauty).” Beloved by readers of all ages, these stories have been adapted numerous times for the stage and screen, and continue to inspire modern interpretations.

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Ratings and reviews

I couldn't stop reading it! I love reading the original versions of fairy tales.

I love snow white and that's why i want to read this book

Exciting!

About the author

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author and poet best remembered for his fairy tales, both original and retold, including the beloved classics "Thumbelina," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The Fir Tree," "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," "The Princess and the Pea," "The Red Shoes," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Snow Queen."

Charles Perrault (1628-1703) was a French author best known for his contribution to the creation of the fairy-tale genre. His most notable works include "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella," "Puss in Boots," "The Sleeping Beauty," and "Bluebeard." Many of his tales have been adapted into operas, ballets, plays, and films.

Wilhelm Grimm and his brother Jacob are famous for their classical collection of folk songs and folktales, especially for Children’s and Household Tales, generally known as Grimm’s Fairy Tales.