The Story Tellers' Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, June 1913

"The Story Tellers' Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, June 1913" by Various is a compilation designed to celebrate and explore the educational power of storytelling in the early 1900s. It includes various stories and essays meant for teachers, parents, and storytellers, focusing on narrative techniques and their ability to inspire imagination and impart valuable lessons. The magazine features tales drawn from different cultural traditions, including the English fairy tale "Nimmy Nimmy Not," where a girl must spin flax for the king or face terrible consequences. In her distress, she gets help from a mysterious little black creature, who agrees to do the work if she can guess his name; otherwise, he will have her. The tension rises as the girl embarks on a quest to uncover the fairy's identity, facing humorous encounters and tricky situations, ultimately demonstrating the sharp wit and classic elements found in memorable fairy tales.