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A rollicking, bawdy collection of 50 fairy tales told by 10 storytellers over five days follows the compilation efforts of 17th-century Italian poet Giambattista Basile and traces the experiences of a cursed princess who would win back her betrothed.

The book "The Magic Skin", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'The wolf thought to himself, "What a tender young creature! what a nice plump mouthful - she will be better to eat than the old woman. I must act craftily, so as to catch both."' Collected by the German Grimm brothers, these folk tales have captured the imaginations of children and adults alike since they were first published in 1812. The best-known stories such as The Golden Goose, Hansel and Gretel, The Frog Prince, and Snow-White and Rose-Red remain as popular today as when first told, although there is an underlying darkness and violence to the original stories that has softened over time.

Bevor sie in den Wald geht, warnt die gute Geiß ihre sieben Geißlein vor dem bösen Wolf. Sie dürfen ihm auf keinen Fall die Tür öffnen, sonst frisst er sie mit Haut und Haar! Doch dem schlauen Tier gelingt es, die Geißlein zu überlisten ...

The story follows Tartarin, a character with an exaggerated sense of heroism, as he embarks on humorous adventures in the picturesque landscapes of Provence. Through satire and comedy, the novel cleverly critiques French society's quirks and idiosyncrasies. Daudet's lighthearted narrative explores themes of heroism, identity, and the human spirit, providing a joyful and imaginative escape for readers. With its vivid portrayal of Southern France and engaging storytelling, the book delivers a delightful blend of adventure and humor.