Aesop (believed to have lived around 620–564 BCE) was a Greek fabulist and storyteller. His famous collection, universally known as Aesop's Fables, has been used for centuries to teach gentle moral and life lessons to readers of all ages through its beloved, animal-led tales.Charles Folkard (1878–1963) was a celebrated English illustrator and a prominent figure of the Golden Age of children's literature. Renowned for his richly coloured and whimsical style, he illustrated beloved editions of classics such as Grimm’s Fairy Tales, as well as the landmark 1921 edition of Lewis Carroll’s Songs from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.

Written by the legendary Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, and exquisitely illustrated by the talented A. Duncan Carse and Charles Folkard, this elegant hardback edition brings together the world’s most beloved fairy tales in one enchanting collection. From The Little Mermaid and The Emperor’s New Clothes to Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, these timeless stories are beautifully accompanied by vintage watercolours and line drawings from the Golden Age of children’s illustration. With its foil-blocked cover and ribbon marker, this stunning keepsake is perfect for gifting on any special occasion. Parents will treasure sharing these classic tales from their own childhoods, and children will be spellbound by the magic, morals and characters within.

Aesop (believed to have lived around 620–564 BCE) was a Greek fabulist and storyteller. His famous collection, universally known as Aesop's Fables, has been used for centuries to teach gentle moral and life lessons to readers of all ages through its beloved, animal-led tales.Charles Folkard (1878–1963) was a celebrated English illustrator and a prominent figure of the Golden Age of children's literature. Renowned for his richly coloured and whimsical style, he illustrated beloved editions of classics such as Grimm’s Fairy Tales, as well as the landmark 1921 edition of Lewis Carroll’s Songs from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.

Written by the legendary Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, and exquisitely illustrated by the talented A. Duncan Carse and Charles Folkard, this elegant hardback edition brings together the world’s most beloved fairy tales in one enchanting collection. From The Little Mermaid and The Emperor’s New Clothes to Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, these timeless stories are beautifully accompanied by vintage watercolours and line drawings from the Golden Age of children’s illustration. With its foil-blocked cover and ribbon marker, this stunning keepsake is perfect for gifting on any special occasion. Parents will treasure sharing these classic tales from their own childhoods, and children will be spellbound by the magic, morals and characters within.