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Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book by Edmund Dulac

Step into a treasury of classic tales adorned with luminous art that turns every page into a portal. From brave princes to clever heroines, Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book captures the timeless magic of stories told by starlight.

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In Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, did you enjoy ...

... the enchanting, mythology-inspired retellings?

East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon by Kay Nielsen

If you loved the magical retellings of fairy tales from around the world in Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, you'll be captivated by East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon. This collection features Norwegian folktales brought to life by Kay Nielsen's lush illustrations and evocative prose, capturing the same sense of wonder and mythic adventure as stories like 'The Fire Bird' or 'The Story of the Bird Feng.'

... the detailed worldbuilding and vivid settings?

The Blue Fairy Book by Andrew Lang

If you appreciated the rich and varied landscapes in Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, from the snowy Russian forests to the mystical Eastern kingdoms, The Blue Fairy Book offers an equally immersive journey. Andrew Lang curates fairy tales from many cultures, and each story is steeped in a distinct atmosphere that will transport you to far-off lands, much like Dulac's tales of 'Sinbad the Sailor' or 'The Hind of the Wood.'

... the loose, dreamlike magic?

The Light Princess by George MacDonald

If you delighted in the whimsical, mysterious magic woven throughout Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, such as the transformative spells in 'The Story of the Bird Feng,' you'll find a similar charm in George MacDonald's The Light Princess. The magic in this story is enchanting and illogical in the best way—light as air, full of playful surprises, and never fully explained, giving the tale a delightful sense of mystery.

... the hopeful, optimistic tone amid sorrow?

The Happy Prince and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde

If you were moved by the gentle, uplifting messages in Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, like the kindness in 'The Buried Moon' or redemption in 'The Story of the Bird Feng,' The Happy Prince and Other Stories will resonate with you. Wilde's tales touch on sorrow and hardship, but ultimately shine with hope, compassion, and the belief in goodness overcoming adversity.

... the strong moral messages woven into fairy tales?

The King of the Golden River by John Ruskin

If you admired the clear lessons about kindness, greed, and redemption in stories from Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book, such as the transformation in 'The Story of the Bird Feng,' you'll appreciate The King of the Golden River. Ruskin's tale is a moral fable at heart, rewarding generosity and punishing selfishness, all set against a magical landscape reminiscent of classic fairy tales.

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