Aesop

Where else can we begin than with that remarkable Roman slave, Aesop? Although little is known about his life, his stories, with their excellent morals and memorable characters, remain with us. No one's education is complete without having read his works! Top

The Brothers Grimm

The great compilers of German Folklore and Legend, the Brother's Grimm are a priceless treasure trove for some of the world's most beloved fairy tales. Top

1001 Arabian Nights

Although primarily a collection of Muslim, and some far Eastern legends, 1001 Arabian Night (variously attributed) is another classic with which to delight an mystify the young mind. For a sense of wonder, there are no better story-tellers than those of the East and the Orient! Top

Hans Christian Anderson

The poetry and poignancy of Anderson's original and adapted fairy tales make his children's works a delight to read. Top

Charles Perrault

From Germany and Denmark to France! Perrault is perhaps best known as the man who popularised the Cinderella legend for Western Civilisation. His stories are not original, and tend to be more stark in their telling. The good are thoroughly rewarded, but the bad are thorougly punished. Recommended for pre-teens and teenagers who are looking for a transition from children's literature to adult. Top

George MacDonald

A Scottish Calvinist, C. S. Lewis said of him that from George MacDonald he learnt the beauty of goodness. Often subtly ironic, often strangly surrealistic, MacDonald's work holds something for nearly every age group. Top

Carlo Collodi

And you thought you knew Pinnochio...! Top

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