Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9780451531070 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 242
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The master of wit and irony Published here alongside their evocative original illustrations, these fairy tales, as Oscar Wilde himself explained, were written “partly for children, and partly for those who have kept the childlike faculties of wonder and joy.”
Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 145
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Oscar Wilde's 'The Great Fairy Tales - Oscar Wilde Edition (Illustrated)' showcases the author's signature wit and charm in reimagining classic fairy tales. The collection includes beloved stories such as 'The Happy Prince' and 'The Selfish Giant', infused with Wilde's unique literary style characterized by satire and moral lessons. Wilde's fairy tales stand out for their rich language, vivid imagery, and clever twists that appeal to both children and adults. In this edition, the stories are accompanied by stunning illustrations that enhance the enchanting narratives. This book represents a timeless contribution to the world of fairy tales, blending fantasy with social commentary in a way that only Wilde can achieve. Oscar Wilde, known for his plays and novels, drew inspiration from his own fascination with storytelling and folklore. His exploration of themes such as beauty, love, and sacrifice are evident in 'The Great Fairy Tales', where each tale offers a deeper insight into human nature and society. Wilde's literary background and keen insight into human behavior are reflected in his imaginative retellings of traditional fairy tales. I highly recommend 'The Great Fairy Tales - Oscar Wilde Edition (Illustrated)' to readers who appreciate classic literature with a modern twist. Wilde's witty storytelling and moral undertones make this collection a must-read for those seeking both entertainment and thought-provoking themes.
Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: Armadillo ISBN: 9781861478825 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 14
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In this new edition, which contains all of Wilde's fairy tales, his rich prose is evoked beautifully with the sumptuous, intricate work of artist Isabelle Brent.
Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: ISBN: 9781948886192 Category : Languages : en Pages :
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Oscar Wilde's fairy tales are some of his most elegant and charming pieces of writing. He produced two books of fairy tales -- THE HAPPY PRINCE AND OTHER TALES, and A HOUSE OF POMEGRANATES . They've rarely been collected in one volume -- and never with stunning artwork by Yuko Shimizu (THE UNWRITTEN, BARBED WIRE BASEBALL, A WILD SWAN), one of the modern masters of illustration and graphic art. Wilde's original fairy tales are moving, sweet, sad and magical -- much like Yuko's artwork. Yuko is one of the most celebrated and admired editorial illustrators in the world, and her work is perfectly aligned with Wilde's witty, rueful voice. The edition also features an original introduction by the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Michael Cunningham.Illuminated Editions is a series of works of classic fiction, prose, and poetry, beautifully designed and lavishly illustrated in exquisitely produced small-batch editions. These volumes intend to harken back to the lovingly crafted, handsomely bound illustrated books of the Victorian era and the golden age of illustration, re-imagined using modern design sensibilities and the most modern techniques in presentation, book-craft, and printing. Each cloth-bound volume in this series is presented in a die-cut slipcase, printed on high quality wood-free uncoated paper, and powerfully elaborated by one of the finest graphic artists in the world.
Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: ISBN: 9780500651551 Category : Fairy tales Languages : en Pages : 48
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In a town where a lot of poor people suffer and where there are a lot of miseries, a swallow who was left behind after his flock flew off to Egypt for the winter, meets the statue of the late 'Happy Prince', who in reality has never experienced true sorrow, for he lived in a palace where sorrow isn't allowed to enter. Viewing various scenes of people suffering in poverty from his tall monument, the Happy Prince asks the swallow to take the ruby from his hilt, the sapphires from his eyes, and the golden leaf covering his body to give to the poor. As the winter comes and the Happy Prince is stripped of all of his beauty, his lead heart breaks when the swallow dies as a result of his selfless deeds and severe cold. The statue is then brought down from the pillar and melted in a furnace leaving behind the broken heart and the dead swallow and they are thrown in a dust heap. These are taken up to heaven by an angel that has deemed them the two most precious things in the city. This is affirmed by God and they live forever in his city of gold and garden of paradise.
Author: Oscar Wilde Publisher: E-Artnow ISBN: 9788027339389 Category : Languages : en Pages : 102
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During his prolific career, Oscar Wilde also wrote several stories for children and fairy tales. In these stories Wilde really expressed his affection for aesthetic writing. His children's tales are assembled in his two short story collections: The Happy Prince and Other Tales: The Happy Prince The Nightingale and the Rose The Devoted Friend The Selfish Giant The Remarkable Rocket A House of Pomegranates: The Young King The Birthday of the Infanta The Fisherman and His Soul The Star-Child
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