An Old Friend Indeed
This book brings together a number of classic tales for children, including the following: Puss in Boots, Blue-Beard, and Hop O'-My-Thumb, by Charles Berrault (adapted); Hansel and Gretel, Tom Thumb, Snow-White and Rose-Red, Rapunzel, and The Fisherman and His Wife by Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm; The King of the Golden River, by John Ruskin; The Magic Fishbone, by Charles Dickens; Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp; and The Real Princess by Hans Christian Andersen. Each story is accompanied by original illustrations, the style varying according to the story. This is the kind of book that is sure to capture the imaginations and captivate young readers for many years.
