In which a simple-minded youngest prince bravely confronts a mysterious and formidable beast called the Norka, descending into an enchanted underworld where he encounters wondrous palaces and bewitching maidens. Through cleverness and valour, he weaves his way back to the surface, navigating trials and intrigues that intertwine the realms of fairy magic and earthly affairs.

In which a beloved princess named Rosette is confined to a tower by her grieving parents to prevent a dark prophecy involving her brothers, and upon their untimely passing, her brothers seek a suitor worthy of her heart—the mysterious King of the Peacocks. Their quest leads to misadventures and deception, while Rosette herself faces peril and kindness before the truth and happiness are restored in a well-deserved celebration.

In which a brother and sister, escaping the cruelty of their stepmother, find refuge in a forest where magical streams transform the brother into a little roebuck, and they create a humble life together that is both tender and fraught with challenges. Their fortunes change when a king discovers them, and the story unfolds with the unveiling of dark enchantments and the triumph of truth and love.

In which a youthful wanderer apprentices himself to a band of robbers and learns the cunning craft of thievery, winning their respect through daring feats and clever deceit. He ultimately seeks the hand of the Governor’s daughter, proving his skill by outwitting her father and his household with remarkable and witty exploits.

In which Prince Ivan’s three sisters marry enchanted birds who carry them away to distant realms, and the Prince embarks on a quest to find his wife, the brave Princess Marya Morevna, whose mysterious imprisonment by the fearsome Koschei the Deathless sets the scene for daring adventures. Along the way, Ivan encounters magical helpers, faces perilous challenges, and navigates the dark world of Baba Yaga in a tale full of enchanted steeds, clever ruses, and steadfast love.

In which a wayward youth named Halvor finds himself on a strange coast where he braves fearsome Trolls to rescue three Princesses from enchanted castles, aided by magical sword and draughts. After joyous reunion and enchantments, Halvor embarks on a quest to return home, encountering wondrous characters and trials that lead him back to the castle and to a fateful marriage.

In which a sorrowful king confines his three princely sons to a tower at the behest of their dying mother, only for them to face perilous trials upon release instigated by their stepmother’s cunning demand. Alongside a most remarkable and adventurous Black Thief, they embark on a desperate quest to capture a magical steed guarded by a fearsome knight, encountering enchantments, giants, and grave dangers in their endeavours.

In which the editor graciously introduces a fresh collection of fairy tales drawn from a variety of European sources, promising a trove of lesser-known enchantments alongside familiar favourites. This preface gently acknowledges the contributions of translators and friends, setting the stage for a new journey into the realms of fairyland.

In which a princess named Mayblossom, carefully guarded against the malice of the spiteful Fairy Carabosse, grows up in an enchanted tower and faces the challenges of her impending marriage and confinement. Through a series of magical interventions and adventurous escapes, she experiences both the perils of love and the ultimate restoration of happiness.

In which a thoughtful cow-boy named Michael, known as the Star Gazer, ventures from his village to the castle of Beloeil in pursuit of a princess’s hand, seeking to unveil the mysterious nocturnal escapades of twelve princesses whose satin shoes wear through each night. Through dreams, magic laurels, and discreet courage, he follows them to a dazzling ballroom hidden beneath the silver, gold, and diamond-spangled woods, where an enchanted secret awaits discovery.