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Learn moreSome of the happiest memories of childhood often come from memorable magical tales. Rediscover this magic with this collection of fairy tales and stories. This volume includes Little Red Riding-Hood, The Sleeping Beauty by Charles Perrault, The Looking Glass, Her Husband by Anton Chekhov, The Gift of The Magi by O. Henry. Read in English, unabridged.
Charles Perrault was a French author who established fairy tale as a literary genre, with his works derived from European folk tales. The best known of his tales include Le Petit Chaperon rouge (Little Red Riding Hood), Au bois dormant (The Sleeping Beauty). Anton Chekhov, a Russian writer, playwright and physician, considered to be one of the greatest short story writers in the history of world literature. His career as a dramatist produced all-time classics The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters and Cherry Orchard. His short stories are held in high esteem by writers, critics and audiences of all generations. Chekhov practised as a doctor throughout most of his literary career.'Medicine is my lawful wife, and literature is my mistress', he once said. O. Henry, an American writer best known for his short stories featuring warm characterization, wit, wordplay, and surprise endings. O. Henry led an active social life, including membership in singing and drama groups. He was a good singer and musician. He played both the guitar and mandolin.