The Olive Fairy Book is a 20th century collection of short fiction,
that includes stories such as The Blue Bird, which follows a young
maiden, Florine, who is locked away after her sister becomes jealous of
her beauty and charm. Also featured in this collection is The Clever
Weaver, an Armenian tale that depicts a kingdom in scrambles after a
mysterious foreign envoy puzzles the king with a riddle. The Green
Knight is a tale borrowed from Danish folklore. After a widow and her
daughter manipulate themselves into the King and the Princess's favor,
the king marries the widow, who then begins to mistreat the princess so
badly that the young woman is sent away, where she hears of the noble
Green Knight, a man in need of saving. With diverse origins of Turkey,
India, Denmark, Armenia, Sudan, and more, The Olive Fairy Book by
Andrew and Leonora Lang is an obscure collection rich with culture and
character building. Featuring unique characters, such as a giggling
king, dragons, and ogres, The Olive Fairy Book provides and
unforgettable experience suitable for readers of all ages. This edition
of The Olive Fairy Book by Andrew and Leonora Lang now features an
eye-catching new cover design and is printed in a font that is both
modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition of The
Olive Fairy Book creates an accessible and pleasant reading experience
for modern audiences while restoring the original imagination and
mastery of Andrew and Leonora Lang's work.