The House of the Cats: and Other Tales from Europe

Name: The House of the Cats
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by Maggie Pearson

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The House of the Cats: and Other Tales from Europe

by Maggie Pearson

1 rating • 1 review • 1 shelved

A stunning collection of folk tales and legends, one from each of the EU member states. Ranging from magical to farcical, tender to terrifying, this selection offers a wide variety of stories you won't have heard before. A fascinating insight into Europe's varied cultures and traditions, and a wonderful read. Delightfully illustrated in paper-cut style by Francesca Greenwood.

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ISBN10 1408180618
ISBN13 9781408180617
Publish Date 11 September 2014 (first published 1 January 2013)
Publish Status Out of Print
Out of Print 21 September 2022
Publish Country GB
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint A & C Black (Childrens books)

Format Paperback
Pages 176
Language English

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I wasn't sure about this one in the beginning; the first story was from Austria, called The Soldier's Bride, and it creeped me right the hell out. No way would I read it to my nieces until they were old enough to show a ghoulish delight in scary stories. The rest of the collection was fantastic, a few real gems and no real clunkers. Some had clearly recognisable elements, but none of them tales I'd ever heard before. A great find.