The Happy Prince and Other Tales

Annotated Content<br/>This edition has been annotated with the following unique content. Historical Context Detailed 19th Century Analysis<br/>"The living always think that gold can make them happy."<br/><br/>The Happy Prince and Other Tales (or Stories) is a collection of stories for children by Oscar Wilde first published in May 1888.<br/><br/>Sneak Peek<br/><br/>"Then the Swallow came back to the Happy Prince, and told him what he had done. 'It is curious,' he remarked, 'but I feel quite warm now, although it is so cold.' 'That is because you have done a good action,' said the Prince. And the little Swallow began to think, and then he fell asleep. Thinking always made him sleepy."<br/><br/>Synopsis<br/><br/>"The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of five beautifully crafted fairy tales. The title story, "The Happy Prince," tells of a gilded statue and a selfless swallow who help the poor. In "The Nightingale and the Rose," a nightingale sacrifices her life to create a red rose for a student's love. "The Selfish Giant" portrays a giant who learns the value of compassion from children. "The Devoted Friend" explores the complexities of friendship and selfishness. Lastly, "The Remarkable Rocket" humorously features a conceited firework.<br/><br/>These tales, filled with vivid imagination and moral lessons, captivate readers of all ages. Wilde's wit and storytelling skill shine through each narrative, making "The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" a timeless classic in the world of children's literature.<br/><br/>A stunning reprint<br/><br/>At Ombre Bookshelf Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title at its core is classic literature, it contains words strung together with romantic precision. Superb classic literature that you just do not see in the modern age.<br/><br/>Title Details Original 1888 Text Classic fantasy literature 5 x 8 Inches Matte Cover Cream Paper