The history of the tales of the fairies. Translated from the French. Containing, I. The tale of Graciosa, and Prince Percinet, shewing the Cruelty of a Proud Mother in-Law, to an innocent dutiful Virgin. The Bluebird, and Florina; shewing the Happiness of being Good-Natured in both Sexes. [II]. Prince Avenant, and the Beauty with Locks of Gold, shewing what Difficulties and Dangers Love will surmount. [III]. The King of the Peacocks, and the Princess Rosetta; shewing the Vanity of Covetousness, Price; and Envy. Prince Nonpariel, and the Princess Brilliant; wherein is shewn that outward Beauty is not the only Object Love delights to dwell in. VI. The orange-tree, and its beloved bee ; shewing the Happiness of those Lovers who shall find Constancy in Per[f]ection. Dedicated to the Ladies of Great Britain.
- Aulnoy, Madame d' (Marie-Catherine), 1650 or 1651-1705.
- Date:
- 1734
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Also known as
Contes des fées. Selections. English
Publication/Creation
London : printed for Mess. Bettesworth and Hitch at the Red-Lyon in Pater Noster-Row; R. Ware, at the Bible and Sun, Amen Corner; and James Hodges, at the Looking-Glass on London-Bridge, 1734.
Physical description
143,[1]p. : ill. ; 120.
References note
ESTC T126675
Reproduction note
Electronic reproduction. Farmington Hills, Mich. : Thomson Gale, 2003. (Eighteenth century collections online). Available via the World Wide Web. Access limited by licensing agreements.