A captivating collection of 200 Italian folktales, retold by Italo Calvino, preserving oral traditions with enchantment and cultural depth.
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A captivating collection of 200 Italian folktales, retold by Italo Calvino, preserving oral traditions with enchantment and cultural depth.
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Chosen as one of the New York Times's ten best books in the year of its original publication, this collection immediately won a cherished place among lovers of the tale and vaulted Calvino into the ranks of the great folklorists. Introduction by the Author illustrations. Translated by George Martin. A Helen and Kurt Wolff Book.
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Romance & sex
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Minor references to romantic themes; no explicit content depicted.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence in some tales, including battles and punishments; not graphic.
Profanity
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No profanity or strong language present.
Substance use
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No evidence found in available sources.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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Minor religious references typical of traditional folktales; not central.
Magic & witchcraft
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Moderate presence of magic and supernatural beings in many tales.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Minor cultural and social themes reflective of historical Italian life.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources.
Abuse & suffering
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Moderate depictions of cruelty or hardship in some stories; not pervasive.
Other
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