Publisher's Synopsis
Tanglewood Tales: A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys is a collection of Greek myths retold by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The book includes six classic tales, including the stories of Theseus and the Minotaur, Pandora's Box, and the Golden Touch. Hawthorne's retellings are written in a style that is accessible to children, making them perfect for young readers who are interested in learning about Greek mythology. The stories are set in the fictional Tanglewood estate, where a group of children gather around a fireplace to hear the tales from a storyteller. The book also includes illustrations by Walter Crane, adding to the overall charm of the collection. Tanglewood Tales is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers, and it continues to be a beloved work of children's literature today.1853. Hawthorne wrote these stories for children based on Greek myth and legend. They are incomparable retellings of themes which the Greek dramatists used in creating their immortal plays and literature. Contents: The Gorgon's Head; The Golden Touch; The Paradise of Children; The Three Golden Apples; The Miraculous Pitcher; The Chimaera; The Wayside; The Minotaur; The Pygmies; The Dragon's Teeth; Circe's Palace; The Pomegranate Seeds; and The Golden Fleece. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
