"Grimm Tales Made Gay" by Guy Wetmore Carryl is a collection of beloved fairy tales transformed into lighthearted verse. Carryl uses wit and satire to present fresh takes on classics like "Cinderella" and "Little Red Riding Hood," offering amusing twists and humorous observations on human nature. The stories, told in clever rhymes, expose the follies and virtues of characters while delivering unexpected morals that poke fun at both the original tales and life's absurdities, urging readers to reconsider these timeless stories through a modern, comedic perspective.

Grimm Tales Made Gay
By Guy Wetmore Carryl
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Classic fairy tales get a hilarious makeover in this collection of witty poems that turn familiar stories upside down.
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About the AuthorGuy Wetmore Carryl was an American humorist and poet.
Guy Wetmore Carryl was an American humorist and poet.
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