A classic fairy tale retelling for young readers, Rumpelstiltskin presents the familiar story of a miller’s daughter, an impossible promise, and the strange little figure who appears when desperation leaves no ordinary way forward. This vintage Ladybird edition belongs to children’s fairy tales, illustrated storybooks, and traditional folklore, using clear language and strong visual storytelling to introduce themes of cleverness, secrecy, bargains, and the hidden cost of getting what seems impossible. The book suits readers looking for classic children’s literature, well-loved tales, and illustrated fairy tale retellings in which a seemingly simple promise opens into a more unsettling question of names, power, and who truly holds the advantage.
Author: Vera Southgate
Publisher: Ladybird
Publication year: 1981
Pages: 56
Target age: 5–8
