Told Again: Old Tales Told Again

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Told Again: Old Tales Told Again
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Walter de la Mare
Illustrated by A.H. Watson
Introduction by Philip Pullman
SeriesOddly Modern Fairy Tales
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:248
Category/GenreMyth and legend told as fiction
ISBN/Barcode 9780691196299
ClassificationsDewey:823.912
Audience
General
Illustrations 38 b/w illus.

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 26 November 2019
Publication Country United States

Description

An enchanting retelling of nineteen fairy tales, introduced by popular fantasy writer Philip Pullman Originally published in 1927, Told Again is an enchanting collection of elegant fairy tales, showcasing the formidable talents of Walter de la Mare, one of the most celebrated writers of children's literature during the first half of the twentieth century. His abundant literary gifts can be savored once more in this beautiful new edition. Nineteen adapted classics, including "Rapunzel," "Little Red Riding-Hood," "Rumplestiltskin," and "The Sleeping Beauty," are made new by de la Mare's poetic insights and graceful prose, making these tales appropriate for younger readers. With marvelous black and white illustrations by A. H. Watson, this volume also presents a splendid introduction by Philip Pullman, the contemporary master of fantasy literature.

Author Biography

Walter de la Mare (1873-1956) was a highly acclaimed poet, short story writer, and novelist. His many books include Memoirs of a Midget and Collected Stories for Children. Philip Pullman has written many books, including the best-selling and award-winning children's series His Dark Materials.

Reviews

"A wonderful book."-Michael Dirda, Washington Post "A genuinely beautiful book. . . . These are stories that unfurl across a living landscape, however magical."-Billy O'Callaghan, Irish Examiner "Each story has a remarkable read-aloud quality."-Anelise Farris, The Lion and the Unicorn "This superb edition of Told Again brings a neglected work to twenty-first-century readers and is a great addition to the Oddly Modern Fairy Tales series. As Pullman's introduction shows, the collection sheds light on a poet's view of the wonder tale and its near relatives."-Pauline Greenhill, University of Winnipeg