02075cam a22003013u 4500 8226 UtSlPG 20260610133219.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GR Bunce, John Thackray, 1828-1899 Fairy Tales, Their Origin and Meaning; With Some Account of Dwellers in Fairyland Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-06-01 Produced by David Deley and David Widger "Fairy Tales, Their Origin and Meaning; With Some Account of Dwellers in Fairyland" by John Thackray Bunce is a scholarly exploration of fairy tales, likely written in the late 19th century. The work aims to examine the origins and meanings of fairy tales and provides insights into the common threads of folklore across various cultures. The author expresses a desire to spark interest in the study of folklore rather than to present a comprehensive analysis. The opening of the book sets the stage for a journey into the enchanting world of fairy tales, inviting readers to leave behind the mundane and explore the whimsical realm of "Fairy Land." Bunce describes a vivid landscape filled with magical beings and familiar characters such as Aladdin, Cinderella, and heroes who conquer giants. This introductory passage establishes a tone of nostalgia, suggesting that fairy tales occupy a timeless space where youth, adventure, and magic prevail, all while hinting at their deeper connections to ancient Aryan myths and traditions that have shaped stories across civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fairy tales -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8226 50209 50209