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Originally published in 1927, Told Again is an enchanting collection of elegant fairy tales, showcasing the formidable talents of a writer who used magical realism before the term had even been invented. Walter de la Mare (1873鈥�1956) was one of the most celebrated writers of children’s literature during the first half of the twentieth century鈥攕o much so that W. H. Auden edited a selection of his poems and British children could recite de la Mare鈥檚 verses by heart. His abundant literary gifts can be savored once more in this new edition. With marvelous black and white illustrations by A. H. Watson, this volume includes a splendid introduction by Philip Pullman, the contemporary master of fantasy literature.

The significance of the nineteen adapted classics in Told Again lies in de la Mare鈥檚 poetic insights and graceful prose, which鈥攁s Pullman indicates in his introduction鈥攕often and sweeten the originals, making these tales appropriate for younger readers. In 鈥淭he Four Brothers,鈥� the siblings allow the princess to choose her own husband rather than argue over her; and in 鈥淩apunzel,鈥� de la Mare discreetly leaves out details of the prince鈥檚 tortured, blind search for his love. Familiar stories, such as 鈥淟ittle Red Riding-Hood,鈥� 鈥淩umplestiltskin,鈥� and 鈥淭he Sleeping Beauty鈥� are also made new through de la Mare鈥檚 expansive, descriptive, and lyrical prose. Pullman covers important details about de la Mare鈥檚 life and captures the stylistic intention behind the rewriting of these wonderful favorites.

Reviving the work of a writer who exemplified a romantic vision and imagination, Told Again is a remarkable retelling of fairy tales touched by mystery and magic.