Peruonto

Stories from Pentamerone

by Giambattista BASILE (c. 1575 - 1632)

This is one of the oldest written collections of fairy tales. Although the names are different, listeners should recognise many of the stories as the basis of modern fairy tales. Be warned however, that these stories are a lot more violent and gruesome then the Disney versions you may be familiar with. Parents should listen to the files to gauge their suitability before allowing children to listen to them. (written by Joy Chan)

Listen next episodes of Stories from Pentamerone:
Cannetella , Cenerentola , Conclusion , Corvetto , Goat-Face , Nennillo and Nennella , Parsley , Pintosmalto , Pippo , Sun, Moon, and Talia , The Booby , The Dove , The Dragon , The Enchanted Doe , The Flea , The Golden Root , The Merchant , The Months , The Raven , The Serpent , The Seven Doves , The She-Bear , The Stone in the Cock's Head , The Three Citrons , The Three Enchanted Princes , The Three Sisters , The Two Cakes , Vardiello , Violet