The Violet Fairy Book


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(4.5 stars; 132 reviews)

Step into a world of enchantment with The Violet Fairy Book, a captivating collection of fairy tales curated by Andrew Lang. First published in 1901, this anthology invites listeners of all ages to explore a rich tapestry of stories filled with magic, adventure, and timeless wisdom.

Within these pages, you will discover a variety of tales that span cultures and traditions, each one brimming with unique characters and imaginative plots. From brave heroes to cunning tricksters, the stories are woven together by themes of courage, kindness, and the triumph of good over evil.

As part of Andrew Lang's renowned Fairy Books series, The Violet Fairy Book stands out for its delightful illustrations and the charm of its storytelling. This collection not only entertains but also preserves the essence of folklore, making it a treasured addition to any listener's library.

Chapters

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00 - Preface 4:29 Read by BDSEmpire
01 - A Tale of the Tontlawald 33:31 Read by Sandra Estenson
02 - The Finest Liar in the World 7:44 Read by Eden Rea-Hedrick
03 - The Story of Three Wonderful Beggars 15:30 Read by Christopher Webber
04 - Schippeitaro 5:17 Read by Julia Niedermaier
05 - The Three Princes and Their Beasts 16:21 Read by Patti Cunningham
06 - The Goat's Ears of the Emperor Trojan 5:40 Read by David Lawrence
07 - The Nine Pea-Hens and the Golden Apples 20:12 Read by Christopher Webber
08 - The Lute Player 9:55 Read by Eden Rea-Hedrick
09 - The Grateful Prince 35:40 Read by Jeannie Tirado
10 - The Child Who Came from an Egg 19:00 Read by Jeannie Tirado
11 - Stan Bolovan 24:06 Read by Bellona Times
12 - The Two Frogs 3:54 Read by David Lawrence
13 - The Story of a Gazelle 32:13 Read by Vin Reilly
14 - How a Fish Swam in the Air and a Hare in the Water 7:12 Read by Kalynda
15 - Two in a Sack 8:52 Read by Sherri Vance
16 - The Envious Neighbour 7:57 Read by Julia Niedermaier
17 - The Fairy of the Dawn 52:24 Read by Vin Reilly
18 - The Enchanted Knife 4:59 Read by April Gonzales
19 - Jesper Who Herded The Hares 18:15 Read by Eden Rea-Hedrick
20 - The Underground Workers 12:55 Read by dflute
21 - The History of Dwarf Long Nose 45:19 Read by Karen Howard
22 - The Nunda, Eater of People 21:38 Read by Derek
23 - The Story of Hassebu 11:45 Read by BDSEmpire
24 - The Maiden With the Wooden Helmet 8:58 Read by Pamela Krantz
25 - The Monkey and the Jelly-Fish 8:06 Read by Pamela Krantz
26 - The Headless Dwarfs 15:57 Read by Derek
27 - The Young Man Who Would Have His Eyes Opened 8:14 Read by Pamela Krantz
28 - The Boys With the Golden Stars 16:51 Read by Suebee
29 - The Frog 7:48 Read by J. Carl Brown
30 - The Princess Who Was Hidden Underground 5:25 Read by Kalynda
31 - The Girl Who Pretended to be a Boy 41:34 Read by Jeannie Tirado
32 - The Story of Halfman 21:32 Read by Derek
33 - The Prince Who Wanted to See the World 11:09 Read by Julia Niedermaier
34 - Virgilius the Sorcerer 21:38 Read by BDSEmpire
35 - Mogarzea and His Son 12:27 Read by Tonya Ross

Reviews


(5 stars)

love the idea of getting lots and lots of stories together!

An amazing classic


(5 stars)

I love and have loved this book since I was 3. An instant classic.

Excellent stories, some readers difficult to understand


(4 stars)

The stories are a good range from different regions. Unfortunately Julia Niedermaier is extremely difficult to understand so I have skipped those stories.

very interesting


(2.5 stars)

I really like the stories in this book

Very good


(4 stars)

This book is awesome 👌, but nothing can beat the crimson fairy book. Kaylnda has always been such a good reader. I wish she read all the tales....... lol ìm into fairy tales a lot. especially short tales. these were.. quite short but some do be long. like 30 minutes. 😀 set my change

LOVE IT


(5 stars)

I love this book it is great for children if you are looking for other books for children try the Oz series it is also great for children

Read this and you will get information


(4.5 stars)

Julia Niedermier reads sooo fast! 🤨She needs to slow down. She is German. I can tell because the way she pronounces stuff. All of the other readers are great though.👍 To: I wish I knew the authors. Andrew Lang is the author.

The Violet Fairy Book


(5 stars)

Lovely stories. I like to go to sleep on them. By the way, Susu-163 should listen to the Preface. Andrew Lang is not the author, he is the editor.