Discover the origin of the beloved fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood and explore its different cultural contexts in this anthology of tales from around the world. Uncover seven versions of the Little Red Riding Hood story as this wonderful collection explores the different tales of the big bad wolf from around the world. Featuring an in-depth introduction to the fairy tale genre, this volume is not only a lovely anthology for bedtime reading, but also gives insight to the folkloric provenance of the Little Red Riding Hood tale. This volume is part of the Origins of Fairy Tales from Around the World series. Showcasing the amazing breadth and diversity of classic fairy tales, this series answers the question, ‘What is a fairy tale?’ Featuring gorgeous artwork from the Golden Age of Illustration, this collection is a delightful volume for readers of all ages.

'Little Red Riding Hood Origins of the Fairy Tales from around the World' contains seven different versions of the 'Little Red Riding Hood' story, detailing her encounters with the big bad wolf. It includes an in-depth introduction to the fairy tale genre, as well as the folkloric provenance of the 'Little Red Riding Hood' story itself. It encompasses Aesop s 'Wolf in Sheep s Clothing', the Chinese tale of 'The Panther', 'Le Petit Chaperon Rouge' by Charles Perrault, 'Rotkappchen' by the Brothers Grimm and Andrew Lang s 'The True Story of Little Golden Hood'. What is a fairy tale? The 'Origins of Fairy Tales from around the World' series helps to answer this question, by showcasing the amazing breath and diversity involved in classic fairy tales. It focuses on the unusual phenomenon that the same tales, with only minor variations, appear again and again in different cultures across time and geographical space. Traditionally told as short stories for children, and for adults too, these popular fairy tales will be sure to delight both young and old. Beautifully illustrated, these story books combine the best story-telling, with the best art-work, in order that the two may be fully appreciated."

The classic story of Little Red Riding-Hood and the wolf, as told in early nineteenth century verses and illustrated in pen-and-ink and color.