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comic book series of seventy-seven fairy and folk tale, myth and legend comic book adaptations created by Albert Lewis Kanter
530 Golden Bird
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. It follows the youngest of three princes on a quest to capture a magical golden bird. With the help of a clever fox, he encounters a golden horse and a beautiful princess while facing danger, temptation, and betrayal. A classic adventure about kindness, courage, and perseverance.
531 Rapunzel
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Rapunzel is imprisoned in a tower by a powerful witch, with no way to escape except through her extraordinarily long hair. When a prince discovers her, their secret meetings lead to love, danger, and a struggle for freedom. A timeless story of courage, hope, and love.
532 Dancing Princesses
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale The Twelve Dancing Princesses. Every morning, twelve princesses mysteriously find their dancing shoes completely worn out, despite being locked in their room each night. A brave young man sets out to discover their secret and uncover the magical kingdom where they dance until dawn.
533 Magic Fountain
A comic adaptation of a classic fairy tale filled with magic, adventure, and romance. A young hero discovers a mysterious magical fountain and becomes involved in a dangerous quest where enchanted forces, unexpected challenges, and a beautiful princess shape his destiny. A charming story of courage, kindness, and the power of magic.
534 Golden Touch
A comic adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic tale of King Midas. The greedy king is granted a magical power that turns everything he touches into gold. At first delighted by his extraordinary gift, Midas soon discovers its terrible consequences when even the things he loves are transformed. A timeless lesson about greed, wealth, and appreciating what truly matters.
535 Wizard of Oz
A comic adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved fantasy classic. Dorothy is swept away by a magical cyclone to the wonderful Land of Oz, where she meets the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Cowardly Lion. Together they travel along the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City, facing magical dangers and discovering that courage, wisdom, and kindness were within them all along.
536 Chimney Sweep
A comic adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. A porcelain shepherdess and a chimney sweep fall deeply in love while standing together on a tabletop. Their happiness is threatened by the sinister wooden figure Goatslegs, who wants the shepherdess for himself. A charming story of love, courage, and escaping danger.
537 Three Fairies
A comic adaptation of the classic fairy tale in which three fairy godmothers come to the aid of a kind young maiden suffering under an evil stepmother. With their magical help, she escapes her difficult life and finds love and happiness with a handsome prince. A delightful tale of magic, kindness, and good fortune.
538 Silly Hans
A comic adaptation of the classic fairy tale about a seemingly foolish young man whose simple nature hides unexpected cleverness and good fortune. Hans faces unusual situations and challenges while his honesty and straightforward way of thinking ultimately lead him toward happiness. A humorous story about innocence, luck, and looking beyond appearances.
539 Enchanted Fish
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale The Fisherman and His Wife. A poor fisherman catches a magical fish that offers to grant wishes in exchange for its freedom. His wife repeatedly demands greater wealth and power, but her endless greed eventually brings everything crashing down. A timeless lesson about greed, ambition, and knowing when enough is enough.
540 Tinder Box
A comic adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s magical fairy tale. A poor soldier discovers a mysterious tinder-box that can summon three powerful magical dogs. With their help, he gains wealth, overcomes danger, and wins the love of a princess. A lively story of magic, adventure, courage, and good fortune.
541 Snow White & Rose Red
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale about two loving sisters who live with their mother near a forest. Their kindness brings them into friendship with a mysterious bear, while they also encounter a greedy and wicked dwarf. Their compassion and courage eventually lead to a magical transformation and a happy ending.
542 Donkey s Tale
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale The Donkey. A king and queen are blessed with a child who is born as a donkey, but his father lovingly raises him as a prince. The talented donkey becomes an accomplished lute player and eventually discovers love, royalty, and his true human form. A charming story about acceptance, perseverance, and discovering one’s true nature.
543 The House in the Woods
A comic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale The Hut in the Forest. Three sisters encounter a mysterious house deep in the woods, but only the youngest shows genuine kindness toward the old man and his animals. Her compassion leads to a magical discovery and the breaking of an enchantment. A heartwarming story about kindness, generosity, and treating people and animals with care.