The Lilac Fairy Book

<p><I>The Lilac Fairy Book</i> is a collection of short fiction comprised of over thirty tales ranging from a variety of descents including Portuguese Irish British and Celtic. Each tale is written in lively prose depicting unforgettable characters. In <I>The Brown Bear of Norway</i> a kind-hearted princess falls in love with a prince who is cursed to live as a bear by day. <I>The Enchanted Deer</i> follows a fisherman's son named Ian who after his father's death decides to leave the home of his widowed mother in search of suitable shelter in the countryside. Before he can find a reliable residence Ian meets an enchanted deer who is mysteriously willing to assist the boy in his endeavors asking little in return. With stories ranging in origins lengths and tones <I>The Lilac Fairy Book</i> by Andrew and Leonora Lang provides a charming experience that allows readers to learn about different cultures. Featuring folklore both rare and classic <I>The Lilac Fairy Book</i> is wonderfully written and is engaging for a wide audience. This edition of <i>The Lilac Fairy Book</i> by Andrew and Leonora Lang now features an eye-catching new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations this edition of <i> The Lilac Fairy Book</i> creates an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original imagination and mastery of Andrew and Leonora Lang's work. </p>