The Book of Goodnight Stories

New York: Exeter Books, 1986. 3rd Printing. 239 pages, 1 unnumbered page: color illustrations; 29 cm Near fine in near fine jacket, now in archival mylar. Hardcover.

Memorable and whimsical illustrations by Franta. Has a brief children's story for every day of the year. Wonderful illustrations, and a great way to rekindle the tradition of bedtime stories with just one book for a whole year!

"Children aged four to seven will enjoy the established favorites including the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and others, but the majority will be new to both parents and children alike. [...] Perhaps what is most unusual about this collection is the number of exquisitely funny stories, in which the hero does something entirely unexpected, or a punishment is carried out in the zaniest way. Many of these stories will appeal to folklore enthusiasts; fables boasting the smooth patina of old coins passed down from generation to generation." --Jacket copy.

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