Angela Carter's book of fairy tales /
Book of fairy tales Virago book of fairy tales Second Virago book of fairy tales
edited by Angela Carter ; illustrated by Corinna Sargood.
- London : Virago, 2005.
- xxiv, 486 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Originally published in 2 v. as The Virago book of fairy tales. Originally published: 1990 - The second Virago book of fairy tales. Originally published: 1992.
Includes bibliographical references.
Once upon a time, fairy tales weren't just meant for children. This collection of alternative stories from Angela Carter reveals a world where dippy princesses are replaced by bad girls and enchantresses, and strong minds, low cunning and dirty tricks are the order of the day.