Tales of Times Past: The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault (Illustrated by Gustave Doré)

Featuring all 10 of Perrault' s fairy tales— including “ Little Red Riding-Hood,” “ Cinderella,” “ Sleeping Beauty,” “ Puss in Boots,” “ Little Thumbling,” and “ Bluebeard” — this Top Five Classics compilation also presents all 41 engraved illustrations by Gustave Doré from his famed 1862 edition, with a new translation of Perrault' s original French texts (including the morals in verse), an informative introduction, and a detailed author biography. Meant for children, but enjoyed by readers of all ages, this illustrated edition captures the wonder, charm, humor, drama, and horror of the original tales, in a modern translation that reflects the simple yet elegant language of Charles Perrault.