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Book cover of The Oxford book of modern fairy tales

The Oxford book of modern fairy tales

2002455 pagesOxford University Press

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This comprehensive anthology gathers a diverse array of modern fairy tales, showcasing how contemporary authors reimagine classic themes and magical narratives. Explore stories that blend the fantastical with the familiar, offering fresh perspectives on timeless enchantment. From whimsical adventures to darker, more reflective journeys, this collection invites readers to rediscover the enduring power of the fairy tale.

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Alison Lurie is a Pulitzer Prize–winning author of fiction and nonfiction. Born in Chicago and raised in White Plains, New York, she joined the English department at Cornell University in 1970, where she taught courses on children’s literature, among others. Her first novel, Love and Friendship (1962), is a story of romance and deception among the faculty of a snowbound New England college. It won favorable reviews and established her as a keen observer of love in academia. It was followed by th...

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Book cover of The Oxford book of modern fairy tales