About this book
Richard le Gallienne's Maker of Rainbows invites listeners into a luminous collection of fairy tales where lyrical whimsy, romance, and melancholy entwine. These turn-of-the-century stories sparkle with poetic language and imaginative flights—narratives of princes and paupers, enchanted landscapes, and fragile transformations that celebrate beauty, longing, and the power of dreams without resorting to modern cliché.
Written in the fin-de-siècle spirit of aestheticism, le Gallienne’s tales reflect a literary moment that prized artful expression and mystic charm. Each short story blends folklore motifs with moral undertones and a gentle sense of wonder, making room for subtle ironies and bittersweet resolution rather than tidy lessons. The result is a fairy-tale collection that feels both timeless and distinctly of its era: ornate, tender, and evocative.
Perfect for fans of classic fairy tales and lyrical short fiction, Maker of Rainbows is ideal for evening listening, long commutes, or anyone who appreciates poetic storytelling that rewards close attention. If you enjoy the dreamlike narratives of George MacDonald, Oscar Wilde, or traditional folk tales retold with elegant prose, Richard le Gallienne’s enchanting anthology will transport you into a world of shimmering imagination.
