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The Brown Fairy Book

by Andrew Lang

Level C1 · AdvancedChildren's34 chapters
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CEFR level
C1
Length
34 chapters
Format
The complete book

About this book

About this book

Journey across diverse lands through enchanting tales of princes, magical creatures, and ancient customs, where every story reveals the universal wonder and wisdom shared by children everywhere. Discover adventures that span deserts, forests, and distant kingdoms filled with mystery and marvel.

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Contents

34 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02What the Rose did to the Cypress[1]
03Footnotes:
04Ball-carrier and the Bad One
05How Ball-carrier Finished His Task
06The Bunyip
07Father Grumbler
08The Story of the Yara
09The Cunning Hare
10The Turtle and His Bride
11How Geirald The Coward Was Punished
12Hábogi

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