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Gold Collection of Fairy Tales [Russian Edition]
Folk tales are a living source of wisdom, love and good. So where do you begin to introduce the child to the book, how not from the wonderful spiritual Russian fairy tales! This is always an interesting story, vivid characters and a wise life lesson. There can be no fairy tale without a good finale, where good conquers evil. And for this, both adults and children so love these stories, wonderful and heartfelt. Include your child "Golden collection of fairy tales" at night! Let him dream of fairy-tale dreams!
Folklore (Author), Aleksandra Stadnikova (Narrator)
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Aladdin and the enchanted lamp, a 1001 nights fairytale
Aladdin is one of the best-known tales from The Arabian Nights, in The Book of One Thousand and One Nights ("The Arabian Nights"). Aladdin is a young lad dwelling in ancient China; his parents are in despair, as he is a ne'er do well and won't ever do anything. A sorcerer from the Maghreb persuades him to retrieve a wonderful oil lamp from a magic cave. But then, the socerer attempts to double-cross Aladdin, who resists only to find himself trapped in the cave. Luckily, he has kept the magical object and a world of adventures open before him.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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Jack the giant killer, a classic fairytale
"Jack the Giant Killer" is a British fairy tale in which a young man uses clever tricks to outwit terrible giants and rid the country of the threat they pose. The tale is set during King Arthur's reign. The witty Jack encounters terrible giants, each one more threatening and dangerous than the others. They devour cattle, emprison women, and maintain the country in a state of fear and confusion; but, armed only with his brain and a few magical objects he gathered, Jack will gain the advantage and slay the monsters. This is a classic tale, of which child psychologist Bruno Bettleheim observed that it could play a crucial role in child development: the giants can represent the towering adults, and Jack's legend may give the child a way of retaliating in fantasy against their threatening dominance in reality.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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Indian stories: 5 famous tales
It is as great an offence against a child to starve his mind as to starve his body. The Astorg Audiobook collection means to bring together the fairy tales, stories, myths and legends which have fed the children of many generations in the years when the imagination is awakening and craving stimulus and material to work upon. This five famous Indian tales are a collection of stories on human behaviors, portrayed by animal characters, with a beautifully wrought moral at the end. Discover the oldest legends of ancient India with this still resonating folk tales: Who killed the otter's babies; The alligator and the jackal; The farmer and the money-lender; Tit for tat; Sing Rajah and the cunning little jackals.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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It is as great an offence against a child to starve his mind as to starve his body. The Astorg Audiobook collection means to bring together the fairy tales, stories, myths and legends which have fed the children of many generations in the years when the imagination is awakening and craving stimulus and material to work upon. Discover 3 classic short stories for kids and children of all ages, taken from the myths and legends of Native American Indians: The Maiden who loved a Fish; The White Canoe; The Star Wife. We are in dire need for a greater understanding of Native American cultures, and these stories provide the food for thought necessary for greater proximity.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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It is as great an offence against a child to starve his mind as to starve his body. The Astorg Audiobook collection means to bring together the fairy tales, stories, myths and legends which have fed the children of many generations in the years when the imagination is awakening and craving stimulus and material to work upon. We have selected for you 6 of the best Japanese myths and fairy tales. Not unlike the western folk tales compiled by the Brothers Grimm, these stories faithfully preserve the spirit of medieval Japan, while rendered in a translation accessible to all ages. Here is a wonderful collection of short stories: The Story of the Man who didn't wish to die; The Accomplished and Lucky Tea-Kettle; The Battle of the Monkey and the Crab; Momotaro or Little Peachling; Urashimataro and the Turtle; The Tongue-cut Sparrow. These fairy tales and legends of old are a window into the Japanese imagination; it is a peculiar travel through space and time, which will delight children and adults alike.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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The Jellyfish and the monkey, a myth of Japan
Here is one of the best Japanese stories. This fairy tale tells of the creation of the modern jellyfish, which is such a strange transluscent creature; according to the legend, it was not always the case, and the jelly fish owns its peculiar appearance to a punishment inflicted by the Dragon King of the Sea. Delve into the legends and fables of old Japan, with a myth that will delight children and adults alike, and discover the riches of Japanese culture through its most authentic tales. Not unlike the western folk tales compiled by the Brothers Grimm, this myth is part of a series of stories faithfully preserving the spirit of medieval Japan; it is a peculiar travel through space and time, which will delight children and adults alike.
Folklore (Author), Jonathan Waite (Narrator)
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9 myths and stories from Japan
We have selected for you 9 of the best Japanese myths and fairy tales. Not unlike the western folk tales compiled by the Brothers Grimm, these stories faithfully preserve the spirit of medieval Japan, while rendered in a translation accessible to all ages. Here is a wonderful collection of short stories: The Battle of the Monkey and the Crab; Momotaro, or Little Peachling; Urashimataro and the Turtle; The Tongue-cut Sparrow; The Vision of Tsunu; The Star-Lovers; The Old man and the Devils; The Jellyfish and the Monkey; Autumn and Spring. These fairy tales and legends of old are a window into the Japanese imagination; it is a peculiar travel through space and time, which will delight children and adults alike.
Folklore (Author), Jonathan Waite, Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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Myths and stories from the Slavs
It is as great an offence against a child to starve his mind as to starve his body. The Astorg Audiobook collection means to bring together the fairy tales, stories, myths and legends which have fed the children of many generations in the years when the imagination is awakening and craving stimulus and material to work upon. These two stories are folk tales from the Slavic world; discover the stories and culture from Eastern Europe to Central Asia, recorded by the best storytellers for the enjoyment of children and adults alike. We put together two of the most charming stories from the Slavic culture: The Twelve Months, and The Two Brothers.
Folklore (Author), Jonathan Waite (Narrator)
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The Arabian nights: 5 famous stories
One Thousand and One Nights, also known as the Arabian Nights, is a collection of Middle Eastern and South Asian stories compiled during the Islamic Golden Age. The beautiful Sheherazade, threatened with death, manages to postpone the fatal day by telling one marvellous story every night. The stories themselves are folk tales, fairy tales and poems collected over many centuries, from ancient and medieval Arabic, Persian, Mesopotamian, Indian, and Egyptian folklore and literature. This makes The Arabian Nights a priceless treasure, as it takes us to the very roots of our culture in a delightful and passionate way. We have selected for you 5 of the most charming stories told by Sheherazade: Persevere and Prosper; The Story of Caliph Stork; The Enchanted Horse; Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves; and Sinbad the Sailor.
Folklore (Author), Jonathan Waite (Narrator)
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The Story of pretty Goldilocks
"The Story of Pretty Goldilocks" is a French tale written by the Countess d'Aulnoy. Well-known for her elegant and charming stories, the Countess is remembered today as the one who actually coined the term "fairy tale". Goldilocks is a princess so beautiful that a King falls in love with her at the mere sight of her picture; he then sends a prince to bring her back to him, so as to marry her. But the Prince, who goes by the name of Charming, will be the one winning the heart of the damsel despite himself. What follows is a tale of loyalty and perseverance; it will inspire little children around the world and teach them about the value of affection. This tale will make for a perfect bedtime story, or entertain your children at any hour of the day.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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Goldilocks and the Three bears
"Goldilocks and the three bears" is a family-friendly variation of an old tale in which a woman enter the house of three bears, eats their food, sits on their chair, and sleeps in their bed. This very old nursery tale is one of the most popular stories in the English language. It suggests the importance of respecting property and the consequences of just 'trying out' things that do not belong to you. As such, it will spark important interrogations from children: was Goldilocks right to come into the house? Were the bears really scary, or just helpless victims? What would have been the best thing to do? The story of Goldilocks will inspire children, teach them valuable lessons, ignite their imagination and help them develop in an insightful and healthy way. Enjoy the warm and lively narration on this audiobook, while you share with your children this essential part of our culture.
Folklore (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)
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