The From the Yellow and Crimson Fairy Books Lang, Andrew 1844-1912 creator Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice) 1860-1941 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Magic Ring and Other Stories" by Andrew Lang is a collection of fairy tales written in the late 19th century. This anthology includes whimsical and imaginative stories that feature magical elements, enchanting characters, and moral lessons. The tales often center around relatable protagonists such as Martin, who discovers the power of a magic ring, and include various transformations and quests that capture the spirit of classic folklore, making it appealing to both children and adults." "The opening of the book introduces Martin, a resourceful young man who inherits a modest fortune after his father's death. Tasked with buying provisions for his family, Martin instead uses his funds to rescue a mistreated dog, Schurka. He later saves a cat, Waska, and, despite his mother's anger at his choices, he sets off to find work. Martin's adventures lead him to a magical encounter in an underground kingdom, where he learns about the powers of a magic ring and the love of a damsel transformed into a serpent. This sets the foundation for his journey, filled with challenges and magical assistance as he navigates his way through love, hardships, and his quest for happiness." (This is an automatically generated summary.) The magic ring -- The white duck -- Lovely Ilonka -- Clever Maria -- The language of beasts -- The cat and the mouse in partnership -- The six swans -- The story of the Emperor's new clothes -- The golden crab -- The iron stove -- The dragon and his grandmother -- The donkey cabbage -- Lucky luck -- To your good health! Release date is 2015-01-19 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Fairy tales PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48032 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48032 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134114.0 48032