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Workers' Tales: Socialist Fairy Tales, Fables, And Allegories From Great Britain (Oddly Modern Fairy Tales)
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A Collection Of Political Talesfirst Published In British Workers Magazinesselected And Introduced By Acclaimed Critic And Author Michael Rosenin The Late Nineteenth And Early Twentieth Centuries, Unique Tales Inspired By Traditional Literary Forms Appeared Frequently In Socialistleaning British Periodicals, Such As The Clarion, Labour Leader, And Social Democrat. Based On Familiar Genresthe Fairy Tale, Fable, Allegory, Parable, And Moral Taleand Penned By A Range Of Lesserknown And Celebrated Authors, Including Schalom Asch, Charles Allen Clarke, Frederick James Gould, And William Morris, These Stories Were Meant To Entertain Readers Of All Agesand Some Challenged The Conventional Values Promoted In Childrens Literature For The Middle Class. In Workers Tales, Acclaimed Critic And Author Michael Rosen Brings Together More Than Forty Of The Best And Most Enduring Examples Of These Stories In One Beautiful Volume.Throughout, The Tales In This Collection Exemplify Themes And Ideas Related To Work And The Class System, Sometimes In Wishfulfilling Ways. In Tom Hickathrift, A Little, Poor Person Gets The Better Of A Gigantic, Wealthy One. In The Man Without A Heart, A Man Learns About The Value Of Basic Labor After Testing Out More Privileged Lives. And In The Political Economist And The Flowers, Two Contrasting Gardeners Highlight The Cold Heart Of Darwinian Competition. Rosens Informative Introduction Describes How Such Tales Advocated For Contemporary Progressive Causes And Countered The Dominant Celebration Of Britains Imperial Values. The Book Includes Archival Illustrations, Biographical Notes About The Writers, And Details About The Periodicals Where The Tales First Appeared.Provocative And Enlightening, Workers Tales Presents Voices Of Resistance That Are More Relevant Than Ever Before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Workers' Tales' about? A: 'Workers' Tales' is a collection of political fairy tales, fables, and allegories from British workers' magazines, selected and introduced by Michael Rosen. It features stories that entertain while challenging conventional values in children's literature.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Workers' Tales'? A: The author of 'Workers' Tales' is Michael Rosen, an acclaimed critic and author known for his contributions to children's literature.
- Q: What themes are explored in these stories? A: The stories in 'Workers' Tales' explore themes related to work, class systems, and social justice, often presenting voices of resistance and advocating for progressive causes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Workers' Tales' contains a total of 328 pages, providing a comprehensive collection of tales.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Workers' Tales' is available in a paperback binding, making it a convenient choice for readers.
- Q: When was 'Workers' Tales' published? A: 'Workers' Tales' was published on November 13, 2018.
- Q: Is 'Workers' Tales' suitable for children? A: While 'Workers' Tales' includes stories meant to entertain readers of all ages, the political themes and critiques may be more suitable for older children and adults.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, 'Workers' Tales' includes archival illustrations that complement the stories and enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: 'Workers' Tales' would appeal to readers interested in political literature, social justice themes, and those who appreciate unique narratives that challenge conventional storytelling.
- Q: Does the book provide information about the authors of the tales? A: Yes, 'Workers' Tales' includes biographical notes about the writers of the stories, providing context and background on their contributions.