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Overview: Spells of Enchantment brings together the best literary fairy tales ever written, arranged to provide a sense of the history and evolution of this ancient genre. Focusing on the work of the most gifted writers of the great Western literary movements from classical times to the present. Jack Zipes's collection shows how some of literature's most creative minds have tried their hand at mixing the magic ingredients of the fairy tale--and how the genre has been marvelously transformed according to each writer's particular genius.Including more than sixty tales by such master practitioners of the art as Perrault, Voltaire, Goethe, Hoffmann, Hawthorne, Wilde, Yeats, Hesse, Thurber, Calvino, Philip K. Dick, Robert Coover, and Angela Carter, this authoritative, original, and unique volume is sure to bewitch readers of all ages.The Smile of the Sphinx • (1991) • short story by Ingeborg Bachmann (trans. of Das Lächeln der Sphinx? 1949)When the Clock Strikes • (1980) • short story by Tanith LeeThe Fisherman and His Soul • (1891) • novelette by Oscar WildeCinderella Continued, or the Rat and the Six Lizards • (1984) • short story by Guillaume Apollinaire (trans. of La suite de Cendrillon, ou Le rat et les six lézards 1919)Cupid and Psyche (excerpt) • [Cupid and Psyche] • (1951) • short fiction by Apuleius [as by Lucius Apuleius]The Merchant's Two Sons • (1932) • short story by Giambattista Basile (trans. of Lo mercanto 1634)xi • Introduction (Spells of The Wondrous Fairy Tales of Western Culture) • (1991) • essay by Jack Zipesxxx • A Note on the Texts and the Acknowledgments (Spells of The Wondrous Fairy Tales of Western Culture) • (1991) • essay by Jack Zipesxxxiv •  Cupid and Psyche (The Golden Asse) • (1923) • interior artwork by Jean de Bosschère28 • Of Feminine Subtlety • (1824) • short story by unknown32 • The Pig Prince • (1894) • short story by Giovanni Francesco Straparola (trans. of Galeotto 1551) [as by Giovanni Straparola]37 •  Night the The First Fable (The Nights of Straparola) • (1894) • interior artwork by Edward Robert Hughes [as by E. R. Hughes]45 •  The Merchant (The Pentameron) • (1952) • interior artwork by Michael Ayrton48 • Ricdin-Ricdon • (1991) • novelette by Marie-Jeanne L'Héritier de Villandon (trans. of Ricdin-Ricdon 1705) [as by Marie-Jeanne L'Héritier]85 • Riquet with the Tuft • (1989) • short story by Charles Perrault (trans. of Riquet à la Houppe 1697)88 •  Riquet à la Hoppe (Les Contes des Fees) • (1890) • interior artwork by unknown91 • Green Serpent • (1989) • novelette by Comtesse d'Aulnoy (trans. of Serpentin vert 1698) [as by Marie-Cathérine d'Aulnoy]96 •  Green Serpent (D'Aulnoy's Fairy Tales) • (1923) • interior artwork by Gordon Browne115 • Parslinette • (1991) • short story by Charlotte Rose Caumont de la Force (trans. of Persinette 1697)122 • Prince Ahmed and the Fairy Pari-Banou • (1991) • novelette by Antoine Galland (trans. of Histoire de prince Ahmed et de la fée Pari-Banou 1717)157 •  Prince Ahmed and the Fairy Pari-Banou • (unknown) • interior artwork by unknown160 • The Queen Fantasque • (1991) • short story by Jean-Jacques Rousseau (trans. of La Reine fantasque 1758)172 • The White Bull • (1905) • novelette by Voltaire (trans. of Le taureau blanc 1774)174 •  The White Bull (Zadig and Other Romances) • (1926) • interior artwork by Henry Keen199 • Libussa • (1991) • novella by Johann Karl August Musäus (trans. of Libussa 1782)200 •  Libussa (Volksmärchen der Deutschen)? • (1842) • interior artwork by Ludwig Richter233 • The Philosophers' Stone • (1991) • novelette by Christoph Martin Wieland (trans. of Der Stein der Weisen 1786)258 • The Fairy Tale • (1962) • novelette by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (trans. of Das Märchen? 1795) [as by Johann Wolfgang Goethe]281 • Eckbert the Blond • (1991) • novelette by Ludwig Tieck (trans. of Der blonde Eckbert 1797)293 •  Der Blonde Eckbert (Märchen und Erzählungen)? • (1968) • interior artwork by Frank Ruddigkeit296 • A Wondrous Oriental Tale of a Naked Saint • (1991) • short story by Wilhelm Heinrich Wackenroder (trans. of Ein wunderbares morgenländisches Märchen von einem nackten Heiligen? 1797)300 • Hyacinth and Roseblossom • (1991) • short story by Novalis (trans. of Hyazinth und Rosenblüthe? 1802)304 • The Mines of Falun • (1969) • novelette by E. T. A. Hoffmann (trans. of Die Bergwerke zu Falun 1819)312 •  The Mines of Falun (The Tales of Hoffmann) • (1943) • interior artwork by Hugo Steiner-Prag325 • The Lady of Gollerus • (1991) • short story by Thomas Crofton Croker [as by T. Crofton Croker]326 •  The Lady of Gollerus (Great Fairy Tales of Ireland) • (1973) • interior artwork by Richard Hook (British)330 • Snow White and Rose Red • [KHM (Kinder- und Hausmärchen)? • 161] • (1987) • short story by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm (trans. of Schneeweißchen und Rosenroth? 1837) [as by Wilhelm Grimm]333 •  Sn...

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Published November 14, 1991
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Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A very distinguished novel.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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Joseph White
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Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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Exceeded all my expectations. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Charles Nguyen
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Such a rich narrative. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
Kimberly Ramirez
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I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A solid 4 stars from me.
Richard Clark
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A profoundly satisfying read. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. A true literary gem.
Karen Green
Karen Green March 31, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Rebecca Diaz
Rebecca Diaz December 30, 2024
Absolutely brilliant. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Steven Hernandez
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel.
Barbara Scott
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Eric Hill
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Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
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Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Melissa Thompson
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Such a rich narrative. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Donald Wilson
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Exceeded all my expectations. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. Worth every moment spent reading.
Susan Scott
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Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An effortless 5 stars.
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Absolutely brilliant. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Paul Lee
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Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Jessica Lewis
Jessica Lewis March 20, 2025
Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Cynthia Green
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Not entirely to my refined tastes. The tempo was somewhat languid, and I found my mind wandering. Not poor, simply average. A fair 3 stars.
Christopher Jones
Christopher Jones December 29, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A very distinguished novel.
Christopher Johnson
Christopher Johnson May 04, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Margaret Scott
Margaret Scott November 22, 2024
I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Jacob Lopez
Jacob Lopez October 08, 2024
Such a rich narrative. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
Paul Brown
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Anthony Mitchell
Anthony Mitchell August 11, 2025
I find myself somewhat conflicted. The prose was competent, yet the characters lacked the depth I usually seek. Perhaps more aligned with a different audience's tastes.
Joshua Mitchell
Joshua Mitchell January 20, 2024
A highly sophisticated read. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Dorothy Flores
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Such a rich narrative. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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Deborah Mitchell
Deborah Mitchell January 04, 2025
A very strong entry. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. Quite impressive overall.
Linda Sanchez
Linda Sanchez December 09, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. Quite impressive overall.
Robert King
Robert King August 25, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Steven Hernandez
Steven Hernandez April 16, 2024
Not entirely to my refined tastes. It possessed moments of brilliance, but the narrative felt slightly disjointed ultimately. A fair 3 stars.
Andrew Gomez
Andrew Gomez May 19, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. A solid 4 stars from me.
Joseph Rodriguez
Joseph Rodriguez August 28, 2025
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sarah Flores
Sarah Flores February 21, 2025
A very strong entry. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Thomas Phillips
Thomas Phillips April 12, 2024
Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Christopher Perez
Christopher Perez October 15, 2025
A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel.
Margaret Wilson
Margaret Wilson January 14, 2024
I was completely blown away. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Ryan Adams
Ryan Adams April 07, 2025
I was completely blown away. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Charles Garcia
Charles Garcia January 17, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Christopher Taylor
Christopher Taylor November 30, 2024
An acceptable diversion. The prose was competent, yet the characters lacked the depth I usually seek. Unlikely to reread, but a reasonable expenditure of time.
Lisa Lewis
Lisa Lewis February 03, 2025
Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
Christopher Baker
Christopher Baker March 27, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Sharon Gonzalez
Sharon Gonzalez November 29, 2024
Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. Quite impressive overall.
Dorothy Lee
Dorothy Lee May 01, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
Deborah Hall
Deborah Hall January 09, 2024
Masterpiece from start to finish. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. Worth every moment spent reading.
Steven Adams
Steven Adams November 23, 2025
A very strong entry. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. Quite impressive overall.
Joseph Rodriguez
Joseph Rodriguez September 07, 2025
Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An effortless 5 stars.
Barbara Collins
Barbara Collins November 05, 2024
Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Kimberly Scott
Kimberly Scott October 07, 2025
Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Kimberly Campbell
Kimberly Campbell March 04, 2024
A profoundly satisfying read. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
Michael Hill
Michael Hill January 14, 2024
A profoundly satisfying read. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading.
Kenneth Allen
Kenneth Allen March 30, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. Worth every moment spent reading.
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