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This is a story from the Grimms' Fairy Tales 2 collection.

Performed by Glenn Hascall, this Brothers Grimm tale teaches us that the ability to talk to animals is a good thing, and if we could talk to them, we could even do wonderous things. Perhaps marry the Princess and live happily ever after.

Here are some of the most enchanting fairy stories of all time. The Brothers Grimm conjure up a world of fantasy, hope and good fortune where the princess meets and marries the right prince (even if he once was a frog), and where the cruel witch, the arrogant wife and the greedy wolf get their comeuppance.

Donkey Cabbages is the tale of a good and just huntsman whose generosity is rewarded with a magical cloak and the means to receive gold for the rest of his life - only to have them cleverly stolen away by a wiley witch and her daughter.

Narrated by Mike Vendetti, this is the original version of Hensel and Gretel published by the Brothers Grimm. Probably not suitable for the polite and sensitive child under 12. A really wicked stepmother convinces the children's father to lead the children out into the woods far enough so they wouldn't be able to return home, but they do return one time to the chagrin of the stepmother. The next time they are taken to the woods they are not able to return home but do stumble upon a little house constructed of cake and confectionery which they immediately begin to consume.

A poor boy is helped on his quest by six servants with very unusual powers.

When a young police officer hears a mysterious song one day, he discovers Rapunzel, a young girl with long hair living alone in a tall city tower. But before the officer can save her, Rapunzel disappears. Will he be able to find her again?

A young man must discover how 12 princesses manage to wear out their shoes each night - even though they are locked in their room. The reward is great but the penalty for failure is death!

A magical collection of short stories to entertain children and ease the bedtime routine including “Sleeping Beauty” by Charles Perrault, “Hansel and Gretel” by The Brothers Grimm and “Jack and the Beanstalk” and “Dick Whittington” by Joseph Jacobs.

A delightful and humorous adventure of a man's youngest son, despised by his brothers for his simple mind, whose kindness to a stranger is grandly rewarded. Sure to put a smile upon the listener's face.

This inspiring anthology collects enduring and entertaining stories that have enthralled young and old, by the cherished authors whose tales have captivated children for generations. Perfect for the family car trip or at-home listening, these recordings sparkle with the wit and wonder of time-tested storytelling.

In Cinderella and Other Stories, you'll find four of the world's most popular children's stories and fairytales. Full of character, wit and fun, these stories have everything from a glass slipper to an invisible suit of clothes!

A young fisherman is granted wishes by a magical flounder, but his wife's extraordinary ambitions prove to be their downfall.

Listen in as Ed Begley Jr. brings to life the story of a donkey, a cat, a dog, and a rooster as they journey to Brementown to become singing minstrels. Also included in this collection of charming and mesmerizing stories are Rudyard Kipling’s The Elephant’s Child, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Master of All Masters, Anasi’s Hat Shaking Dance, and six other enchanting tales.

In this delightful tale, three animals who have been cast out by their masters, a dog, a cat, a rooster and a donkey decide to form a musical group together.Their first "concert" turns out to be not what they expeced when they run into a gang of criminals.

Jack and the Beanstalk and Other Stories brings together another four of the world's favourite children's fairytales. Written and read with character and fun, this is storytelling at its best!

Includes "Beauty and The Beast", "The Brave Little Tailor", "The Giant With 3 Golden Hairs", "Hansel and Gretel", "Rapunzel", "Sleeping Beauty", "Snow White", and "The Frog Prince". Each story is 6-14 minutes long. Divided into chapters for easy access to each individual story.

A story that for generations has fascinated all the young in heart. With narration from Dean Jones, this tale by the Brothers Grimm is brought to life using the music and stars from George Pal's movie version of Tom Thumb.

Fairy tales have never ceased to spark the imagination, and beyond fueling creativity, the timeless stories included in The Fairy Reader also teach such valuable lessons as contentment, patience, gentleness and respect. Adapted for young children, these fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, bring the magical delight of lively narration to such classics as "The Ugly Duckling" and "Briar Rose" to a whole new generation of listeners.

Here are three stories by the Brothers Grimm, including 'Hansel and Gretel', 'Rapunzel' and 'The Frog Prince'. The Brothers Grimm are among the most well-known storytellers of European folk and fairy tales. Their tales are available in more than 100 translations and have been adapted to many popular films.