Fairy Tales

First published at the height of the nineteenth century, Fairy Tale gathers the enchanting stories of Carmen Sylva, the literary name of Queen Elisabeth of Romania—a sovereign whose imagination and compassion gave voice to the folklore and moral spirit of her adopted homeland. Blending Romanian legend, European romanticism, and timeless moral reflection, these tales reveal a world where virtue triumphs through trial, nature speaks with wisdom, and the soul seeks beauty amid sorrow.

Written in a lyrical, poetic style, Carmen Sylva’s fairy tales transcend the boundaries of children’s literature. Beneath their delicate surface lies a depth of philosophy, empathy, and mysticism, expressing her belief in the divine harmony of creation and the redemptive power of goodness. Her work bridges royal refinement with peasant tradition, preserving the voice of Romania’s oral heritage through the elegance of European literary art.

A treasure of imagination and moral grace, this collection remains a classic of folk-inspired romantic literature, celebrating the enduring light of the fairy tale as a mirror of the human heart.

Complete edition of Carmen Sylva’s collected fairy tales

Blends Romanian folklore with European romantic and moral traditions

Written by Queen Elisabeth of Romania, one of Europe’s first royal authors

Essential for readers of fairy tales, folklore, and 19th-century literature