Walt Kelly's Fairy Tales #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis collection gathers Walt Kelly's charming and whimsical adaptations of classic fairy tales, originally published in comic book form. Featuring Kelly's signature art and storytelling style, it includes his takes on stories like 'Puss in Boots' and other beloved fables, showcasing his work outside of the Pogo series. IDW's edition presents these rare and delightful tales in a single volume for modern readers.
In "Thumbelisa," Walt Kelly's beloved folklore returns with a twist, as Rufus Redfox spins a tall tale about the Boogly Bird to explain his grape theft—only to find his own clever scam backfires in the most literal way. Written by Gaylord Du Bois and brought to life with Kelly’s signature art and George Kerr’s inks, this 2015 IDW tale blends whimsy and consequence in a story where a red fox’s pride leads to a permanent mark. The cover, also by Walt Kelly, captures the moment of mischief with his unmistakable style.
In "The Wolf and the Seven Kids," a young boy named Arthur must outwit a cunning wolf who tricks his way into his mother’s home while she’s away at the market. With the help of his surviving siblings and a clever plan, Arthur helps his mother rescue the six kids swallowed by the wolf, leading to a reunion that brings the family back together.
Rufus Redfox, proud of his striking red tail, finds himself in trouble after raiding Squire Beaver’s vineyard—only to spin a wild tale about the Boogly Bird to escape blame. When the squire laughs him off, Rufus takes matters into his own paws, crafting a fearsome Boogly Bird from tar and feathers to scare him into surrendering his treats. But when the ruse is uncovered, the consequences are more lasting than he expected—his tail tip burns, and a new mark is forever etched on his kind.
Crumpet, a man shrunk to mouse-size by an evil sorcerer, finds unexpected help when the Prince of Taradee rescues him from a hawk. Now facing a curse that reduces the prince’s son to the same tiny stature, the two unlikely companions embark on a daring journey to the sorcerer’s castle to uncover the truth behind the spell.
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↩ Reprints Famous Fairy Tales #[1942] (1942), Fairy Tale Parade #1 (1942), Fairy Tale Parade #2 (1942), Fairy Tale Parade #3 (1942), Fairy Tale Parade #4 (1942), Famous Fairy Tales #[1943] (1943), Fairy Tale Parade #5 (1943), Fairy Tale Parade #6 (1943), Fairy Tale Parade #7 (1943), Fairy Tale Parade #8 (1943), Famous Fairy Tales #[1944] (1944), Fairy Tale Parade #9 (1944), Four Color #50 (1944), Four Color #69 (1945), Four Color #87 (1945), Four Color #104 (1946), Four Color #114 (1946), Boys' and Girls' March of Comics #6 (1947)
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