The Blue Fairy Book - The Water-lily. The Gold-spinners, Pt. 3

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The Blue Fairy Book - The Water-lily. The Gold-spinners, Pt. 3

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Jun 7, 2023

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Today we'll discover what happens to the maiden and the Prince when the witch's curse catches up with them.

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Jun 7, 2023

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Folklore, fairytales, myths and legends from around the world the way they were meant to be. Brought to you every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Who says you're too old for a good story?

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The Blue Fairy Book - The Story of the Youth Who Went Forth to Learn What Fear Was, Pt. 1: Today we're beginning a new story 'The Story of the Youth Who Went Forth to Learn What Fear Was'. Pretty straightforward title, but a far from straightforward folktale! :) by The Folktale Project
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The Blue Fairy Book - The Story of the Youth Who Went Forth to Learn What Fear Was, Pt. 5: Today our protagonist spends the final night in the haunted castle and we find out if the youth ever learns what it is to shudder. by The Folktale Project
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The Blue Fairy Book - Beauty and the Beast, Pt. 5: In today's episode of Beauty's father will take his leave and Beauty will meet a handsome Prince in her dreams. Book: The Blue Fairy Book by Andrew Lang Host: Support The Folktale Project by becoming a supporter on Patreon at or buy me a coffee on... by The Folktale Project
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The Blue Fairy Book - The Water-lily. The Gold-spinners, Pt. 3

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