Chapter I · Chapter 1

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From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

further or added

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

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From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “alteration” — an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

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From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

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From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

travel across or pass over

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

done or made or performed with purpose and intent

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

put on clothes

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

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From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

increase

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “evidence” — your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

apart from; not including

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

29th President of the United States; two of his appointees were involved in the Teapot Dome scandal (1865-1823)

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “herdsman” — someone who drives a herd

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

past form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “instance” — an occurrence of something

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

past form of “interfere” — come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

plural of “land” — the land on which real estate is located

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

immediately past

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

plural of “lullaby” — a quiet song intended to lull a child to sleep

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

absolutely essential

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

plural of “peasant” — a country person

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

for the most part

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

improved or brought up to date

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

any member of the people of eastern Europe or Asian Russia who speak a Slavonic language

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

express in speech

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

plural of “tale” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

the words of something written

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen From the French of Alex.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline

From this reading It is hoped that older readers will find some additional interest in tracing throughout the many evidences of kinship between these stories and those of more pronounced Eastern origin.

past form of “translate” — restate (words) from one language into another language

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

precisely as stated

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

widely or fully known

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The illustrations speak for themselves, and are what might have been expected from the artist who designed those for the "Lullabies of Many Lands," issued last Christmas.

in or at the place that

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

which person or people

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading The translation has been carefully revised by a well-known writer, who has interfered as little as possible with the original text, except in those instances where slight alterations were necessary.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Chodsko Translated and Illustrated by Emily J. Harding London: George Allen 156 Charing Cross Road Very few of the twenty fairy tales included in this volume have been presented before in an English dress; this will doubtless enhance their value in the eyes of the young folk, for whom, principally, they are intended.