Once Upon a Time: On the Nature of Fairy Tales

The book is in good condition with a worn dust jacket. There are noticeable edge tears and a piece missing from the top of the jacket. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings.

"Once Upon a Time: On the Nature of Fairy Tales" by Max Lüthi, published by Frederick Ungar Publishing Co. in 1970, is a seminal work exploring the structure and significance of fairy tales. Lüthi, a distinguished scholar in literary criticism, provides deep insights into the narrative techniques and cultural roles of fairy tales. This edition, published in New York, features translations by Lee Chadeayne and Paul Gottwald, with additional notes by Francis Lee Utley. The book is a must-have for enthusiasts of folklore and literary analysis, offering a comprehensive look at the fairy tale genre. The hardcover edition is out of print, making it a valuable addition to any collection. The dust jacket is worn with edge tears, but the text remains clean and intact.