Tanglewood Tales—Annotated Edition

Tanglewood Tales is the beloved sequel to A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys, inviting readers into a fireside world where Nathaniel Hawthorne retells the great Greek myths with warmth, beauty, and imaginative power. First published in 1853 and treasured by generations of readers ever since, these stories bring ancient myths within the reach of children without diminishing their mystery or grandeur. Heroes, monsters, enchanted gardens, and perilous quests unfold as Eustace Bright gathers his young listeners to hear the old tales retold beneath the Berkshire hills. This special Living Books Press edition preserves Hawthorne’s original text while enriching the reading experience with thoughtful annotations, historical background, a helpful glossary, and the luminous illustrations of Virginia Frances Sterrett. Charlotte Mason recommended both The Wonder Book for Girls and Boys and Tanglewood Tales as worthy reading for children. Writers and thinkers such as Russell Kirk regarded these stories as part of the imaginative inheritance that helps form character, awaken wonder, and cultivate a lifelong love of great books. Designed for families, homeschoolers, and lovers of classic literature, this is a book to read aloud, linger over, and return to again and again. Be sure to explore The Wonder Book for Girls and Boys, the companion volume to Tanglewood Tales.