The Book of Tales: Being School Readings, Imaginative and Emotional, in Prose and Poetry is a collection of stories and poems compiled by William Swinton and published in 1880. The book was intended for use in schools and contains a variety of literary works that aim to engage and inspire young readers.The stories and poems in the book cover a wide range of topics and themes, from adventure and heroism to love and loss. Some of the works included are well-known classics, such as ""The Charge of the Light Brigade"" by Alfred Lord Tennyson and ""The Pied Piper of Hamelin"" by Robert Browning, while others are lesser-known pieces by a variety of authors.Throughout the book, Swinton provides notes and commentary to help readers understand and appreciate the literary works. He also includes questions and exercises to encourage students to engage with the material and develop their critical thinking skills.Overall, The Book of Tales is a rich and diverse collection of literature that offers something for readers of all ages and interests. It is a valuable resource for teachers and students alike, providing a wealth of material for classroom discussions and individual study.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.