
Dark Fairy Tales
A Disturbing Collection of the Original Stories
- 284 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Dark Fairy Tales
A Disturbing Collection of the Original Stories
About this book
Discover the original macabre stories of your most beloved classics in this collection of disturbingly dark fairy tales.
'Story-telling is one of the most ancient and universal of arts.' – Laura F. Kready, A Study of Fairy Tales, 1916
'The instruments of darkness tell us truths.' – William Shakespeare, Macbeth, 1623
This twisted treasury presents over forty of the world's most wicked fairy tales, including the original versions of stories you thought you knew, such as 'Cinderella', 'Sleeping Beauty', and 'Snow White'. Relish in the morbid darkness of these early classics, alongside many other tales you haven't heard before. From renowned storytellers of the fairy tale genre, this collection sources works from the Brothers Grimm, Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Andersen, and many more.
Dark Fairy Tales is woven with themes of lost innocence, beastly bonds, and haunted hearts, aiming to inspire, caution, and illuminate valuable aspects of the human experience. Be warned, for these stories are not for the faint of heart and happy endings cannot be guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
- Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
- Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.4M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Information
Table of contents
- A Cautionary Note
- Introduction
- Vanished Innocence
- Tricks of Fate
- Chambers of Horror
- Haunted Hearts
- Beasts and Bonds
- Infernal Justice
- Shadows of the Beyond
- Note on the Text
- Dark Fairy Tales Source List