The Book of Fables and Folk Stories, written by Horace Elisha Scudder and first published in 1919, is a collection of classic tales and legends from various cultures around the world. The book includes fables from Aesop, fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, as well as stories from India, China, and Japan. The tales are retold in a simple and engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. The book is divided into sections, each focusing on a different theme, such as animals, morality, and adventure. The stories are accompanied by charming illustrations that capture the spirit of the tales. This timeless collection of stories continues to be a beloved classic, inspiring and entertaining readers for generations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.