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From the banks of the mighty Mississippi to a sparkling stream in Kyoto, from the misty moors of Scotland to Africa's folktale forests, listeners will be transported as legendary heroes, mythical maidens, and talented tricksters weave their magic.

The brothers Grimm collected and edited 210 fairy and folk tales, including such beloved classics as ‘Hansel and Gretel’, ‘Rapunzel’ and ‘Little Red Riding Hood’, into an intoxicating and bewitching combination of morality, love, honour and tragedy - and much more besides. Sir Ben Kingsley and Sir Michael Hordern provide captivating, immersive readings.

Una tira l'altra. Vale per le ciliegie, per le puntate di una serie TV e per molte altre cose. Per lo scrittore Luigi Capuana, valeva in special modo per le fiabe. È così che, per sua stessa ammissione, Capuana ha scritto la raccolta di fiabe "C'era una volta". Scritta la prima, non è più riuscito a trattenersi ed è finito per scrivere un intero libro straripante di re, regine, ranocchi parlanti, principi e principesse.

Step into a world of adventures with this collection of timeless stories whose legendary heroes have become an essential part of humanity's cultural legacy. Follow "Tom Thumb" in his weird adventures, as the hero of the first fairy tale ever to be printed in English; marvel at the story of "Peter Pan", adapted from the play by James M. Barrie; enjoy the narration of "Cinderilla", "Riquet with the Tuft", and "Aladdin"; shiver with fright as "Jack the giant killer" confronts and outwits terrible giants under King Arthur's reign; enjoy the best stories of the Arabian Nights with "Sinbad the Sailor" and "Ali Baba".

Představte si, že se vaše klíče od domu, sklepa a zahrady domluví a uspořádají půlnoční shromáždění. Tušíte, jakou radost může udělat malému mravenečníkovi nový jazyk a kolik zavařovaček bude potřeba na všechny jeho poklady z mucholapky? Věděli jste, jak těžký život mají makarony - kdo by to byl řekl, že se na talíři mohou nudou ukousat. O čem sní malá usměvavá poštovní známka s drobounkými bílými zoubky - rozhodne se správně a najde toho pravého? Věřili byste, že dělové koule, činka a dva ušlechtilí koně mají mnoho společného – jaro a lásku? Mít tak krapet Vaší úžasné fantazie, pane Macourku.

A collection of traditional stories for children from England, Ireland, France, Germany, Norway, Russia, Rumania, and Finland, The Red Fairy Book consists of 37 tales and is the second book in the series by Scottish novelist Andrew Lang.

The Brothers Grimm Fairy Tales by Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm, first published in 1812, is a collection of 62 classic folk stories including "Rumplestiltskin", "Little Red Riding Hood", "Hansel and Gretel", "Snow White and Rose Red", "Iron Hans", "The Golden Goose", "Clever Hans", "The Frog Prince", and many more. These classic tales will keep you entertained for hours to come!

Charlotte Rampling reads "Thumbelina", the story of a woman who desperately wants a child but not knowing how to go about it, asks a witch for help. The witch gives her a barley seed and tells her to plant it. No sooner has she done so that a large tulip starts to grow. When it blooms, the woman discovered a tiny girl inside of the flower, no bigger than her thumb. She calls her Thumbelina. Charlotte Rampling is a British actress, singer, and model who has starred in blockbuster such as "Red Sparrow" (2018), "The Duchess" (2008), and TV shows "Broadchurch" and "Dexter".

After an evil witch steals their aunt in a deal gone wrong, Nell and her sisters must embark on a fantastical journey to take the beldam down in this first book in a middle grade trilogy for fans of Coraline and the Sinister Summer series. Although triplets Nell, Annet, and Hannah were born only...

Zahlreiche Märchen und Geschichten für Kinder mit einer Gesamtlänge von fast 23 Stunden - zu einem unschlagbaren Preis...

In the middle of the forest there stands a tower with no doors and only one window. At the top of the tower lives a lovely young princess with flowing blond hair. When a handsome young prince discovers her trapped there, he tries to rescue the young woman, unaware of the witch that lurks about.

Впервые опубликованная в 1865 году «Алиса в стране чудес» Льюиса Кэрролла и по сей день остается самой популярной и читаемой сказкой во всем мире. История Алисы, любознательной девочки, которая проваливается в кроличью нору и попадает в фантастический мир, полный удивительных и причудливых персонажей - покорила сердца слушателей всех возрастов. Алису, в ее незабываемом путешествии, полном испытаний и невзгод, сопровождают неугомонный Белый кролик, наводящая ужас Королева Червей, интригующий Безумный шляпник и многие другие эксцентричные персонажи.

Tutti a bordo! Pescatori di Livorno, fate disoccupate, l'intera dinastia dei Poltroni e tutti gli altri: si parte per un viaggio nel vasto regno della Fantasia. E saranno filastrocche impertinenti, giochi di parole e favole a rovescio, come quella del paese dove la bugia era obbligatoria. Con leggerezza e allegria, il grande poeta dell'infanzia continua a incantare con la sua amatissima raccolta di filastrocche.

Stephen Fry reads "The Ugly Ducking", which tells the story of a duckling who is rejected by everyone, including his family, because he looks different. Tired of being made fun of, he decides to go far, far away. During his travels, he meets with various adventures and characters, but will anyone ever accept him for what he is? Stephen Fry is a British actor, comedian and writer. He is famous for his roles in "A Bit of Fry and Laurie", "Blackadder", "The Hobbit", "V for Vendetta" and for being the voice of the Cheshire Cat in "Alice in Wonderland" and "Alice Through the Looking Glass".

Experience the magic of South Africa with this unique audiobook collection of poems and songs, curated by acclaimed children's author Refiloe Moahloli. This is more than a listening experience, it’s an aural journey across a diverse, vibrant culture. Hear all 11 official South African...

Brought to you by Puffin. Stories to spark your imagination - a celebratory collection of stories, poems and illustrations to mark Puffin's 80th birthday. Perfect bedtime listening, this wonderful anthology features brand new stories and poems from well-loved and exciting new Puffin authors...

12 января 1628 года в Париже, во времена мушкетеров и завитых париков, родился тот, кого сегодня называют одним их самых великих сказочников - Шарль Перро. Именно он написал всеми любимых "Красную шапочку" и "Мальчика с пальчик", "Синюю бороду" и "Спящую красавицу". Его сказки удивительно волшебные и реалистичные одновременно.

C'era una volta Gallo Cristallo, che andava girando per il mondo, e un lupo, che come ogni lupo che si rispetti, era sempre affamato. E c'era un branco di ochine, costrette a difendersi da una volpe molto astuta. Poi c'erano Pierino Pierone, preso di mira dalla Strega Bistrega, Cecino, un bambino piccolo come un cecio, e i due gobbi, che speravano di disfarsi della loro gobba. Cinque fiabe che incantano.

Eine kleine Zauberin, ein magiebegabtes Häschen, ein Wassergeist und eine gute Hexe: Magie und Klugheit, Wirklichkeit und Legende verbinden sich in den vier Geschichten zum Schmunzeln und Nachdenken. Eine Geschichte, in der es darauf ankommt, sich ganz genau zu berlegen, was man sich wünscht...

This delightful collection of entertaining and calming stories is perfect for young listeners who love a mix of fun and relaxation. From heartwarming adventures to soothing bedtime tales, each story is crafted to spark imagination while creating a peaceful, comforting atmosphere. Whether it’s a magical journey, a friendly animal adventure, or a dreamy bedtime tale, Children Stories is the perfect companion for quiet moments, car rides, and winding down at the end of the day.