Purchased mainly for the fabulous Parrish art. As such, a fine book. I know I read this to my children, but cannot really remember or care what the words are.
These tales are so hypnotic it is no wonder they have survived for so long. The beauty is also not just the stories themselves but how they are told with a rhythm to the language. I think listening to them in audio format was especially great.
Why DID he steal those tarts...?