The Shoemaker's Apron: A Second Book of Czechoslovak Fairy Tales and Folk Tales

Name: The Shoemaker's Apron: A Second Book of Czechoslovak Fairy Tales and Folk Tales
Author: Parker Fillmore

By Parker Fillmore

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A retelling of twenty folk and fairy tales drawn from Czech, Moravian, and Slovak oral and collected sources. The collection mixes richly imagined Slavic fairy tales, simple nursery stories, clever folktales, and comic devil tales; many are adapted from recorded variants and reshaped for English-speaking children. Recurring motifs include magical helpers, tests of wit and virtue, encounters with supernatural figures, and practical cleverness that resolves troubles. The arrangement groups longer narrative tales with shorter nursery items and devil stories, and illustrations and decorations accompany the retellings.

About the Author

Parker Fillmore

Parker Fillmore was an American author known for his contributions to children's literature and folk tales. He is particularly recognized for his collections of fairy tales, including "Czechoslovak Fairy Tales" and "Mighty Mikko: A Book of Finnish Fairy Tales and Folk Tales." Fillmore's works often draw from various cultural traditions, bringing enchanting stories to life for young readers. His storytelling is characterized by a blend of humor and moral lessons, making his tales both entertaining and educational. In addition to fairy tales, he explored themes of social issues in works like "A Little Question in Ladies' Rights," showcasing his diverse literary interests.