
The Frog Prince and Other Stories
by Walter Crane
- First published
- 1980
- Reading level
- Plain English
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Frog Prince and Other Stories" by Walter Crane is a collection of fairy tales published during the late 19th century. This anthology features adaptations of traditional stories such as "The Frog Prince," "Princess Belle-Etoile," and "Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp." The book delves into themes of transformation, love, and bravery, making it a delightful exploration of classic fairy tale narratives. In "The Frog Prince," a princess befriends a frog who retrieves her lost golden ball, leading to unexpected consequences and ultimately revealing the frog's true identity as a prince. "Princess Belle-Etoile" tells the story of three princesses who face jealousy and deception but discover their true lineage through magical adventures. Lastly, "Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp" follows a young boy who transforms from a poor tailor's son into a wealthy prince with the help of a magical lamp, confronting sorcery and cleverness. Each tale is rich with adventure, moral lessons, and enchanting elements that reflect timeless human experiences.
- Fairy tales
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #20437.
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