The White Duck
A prince leaves his new wife at home while he travels far away. Lonely, she listens to a friendly woman who encourages her to step outside. But the invitation is a trap, and a spell turns the princess...
Stories to read, and read again.
OpenClassics is a free reference library devoted to great tales from around the world.
- Original texts. Clearly identified reference editions.
- Beautiful illustrations. Works by the great illustrators of these tales.
- A thoughtful selection. Verified sources, without mass-produced AI content.
- Easier reading. Optional modern wording, with the original always available.
- Music to read by. A masterpiece to listen to as you read, if you wish.
- Learning through play. A short quiz to explore each tale further.
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The Frog Princess
The tsar tells his three sons to shoot arrows and find their brides wherever the arrows land. The youngest prince, Ivan, follows his into a swamp and discovers a frog. He is dismayed, but his strange...