The history of the tales of the fairies : Translated from the French. Containing, I. The tale of Graciosa, and Prince Percinet, shewing the Cruelty of a Proud Mother in-Law, to an innocent dutiful Virgin. The Bluebird, and Florina; shewing the Happiness of being Good-Natured in both Sexes. [II]. Prince Avenant, and the Beauty with Locks of Gold, shewing what Difficulties and Dangers Love will surmount. [III]. The King of the Peacocks, and the Princess Rosetta; shewing the Vanity of Covetousness, Price; and Envy. Prince Nonpariel, and the Princess Brilliant; wherein is shewn that outward Beauty is not the only Object Love delights to dwell in. VI. The orange-tree, and its beloved bee ; shewing the Happiness of those Lovers who shall find Constancy in Per[f]ection. Dedicated to the Ladies of Great Britain.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Aulnoy, Madame d' (Marie-Catherine), 1650 or 51-1705.

Standardized Title:

Contes des fées. English. Selections

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Fairy tales--Early works to 1800.

Fairy tales.

French fiction--Translations into English--18th century.

French fiction.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (143,[1]p. ) ill. ;

Other Title:

History of the tales of the fairies

Place of Publication:

London : printed for Mess. Bettesworth and Hitch at the Red-Lyon in Pater Noster-Row; R. Ware, at the Bible and Sun, Amen Corner; and James Hodges, at the Looking-Glass on London-Bridge, 1734.

Notes:

A translation of: Marie Catherine de La Mothe, 'Contes des fées'.

Reproduction of original from British Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T126675.

OCLC:

642349644