The history of the tales of the fairies Newly done from the French. Containing I. The tale of Graciosa and Prince Percinet; shewing the Cruelty of a proud Mother-in-Law, to an innocent dutiful Virgin. II. The blue bird and Florina; shewing the Happiness of being good-natured in both Sexes. III. Prince Avenant, and the Beauty with Locks of Gold; shewing what Difficulties and Dangers Love will surmount. IV. The king of the peacocks, and the Princess Rosetta; shewing the Vanity of Covetousness, Pride, and Envy. V. Prince Nonpareil, & the Princess Brilliant; wherein is shewn, that outward Beauty is not the only Object Love delights to dwell in. VI. The orange-tree, and its beloved Bee; shewing the Happiness of those Lovers who shall find Constancy in Perfection
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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London
printed for J. Bew, No. 28, Paternoster Row
1781, 1781
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| Edition: | A new edition |
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| Collection: | Eighteenth Century Collections Online / ECCO - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Item Description: | English Short Title Catalog, T60641. - Reproduction of original from British Library. - Translated from the French of the Countess d'Aulnoy. - Vertical chain lines |
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| Physical Description: | Online-Ressource (141,[1]p) 12° |