One might think that Santa Claus would have no enemies on all the earth - and for a long time, he didn't ... then the Daemons came along.

Classic fable. Moral: It is best to prepare for days of need.

A spectacular party is thrown in honour of the Infanta of Spain's birthday; there are actors, jugglers, magicians - and a dancing dwarf. A heart-wrenching tale about inner and outer beauty.

Classic fable. Moral: There is no believing a liar, even when he speaks the truth.

When an American minister buys Canterville Chase, a long term resident's life (or death) is thrown into turmoil.

What exactly is friendship? A miller has very strong opinions on the subject in this witty tale narrated by a bird.

An emperor whose only ambition is to be well dressed falls victim to a couple of visiting swindlers.

Fairy tale about a little fir tree that wants to grow up.

A princess makes a promise to a talking frog.

Classic fable. Moral: Do not trust flatterers.

A fisherman accidently captures and falls in love with a mermaid but must make a sacrifice to be with her. A fairytale, reminiscent of The Little Mermaid, parodying usual divisions between body and soul.

A dark tale of abandoned children featuring the celebrated gingerbread house.

A modern fairy tale about the selfless acts of a golden statue and a migrating swallow.

A sweet-voiced but lonely bird finds refuge with an isolated statue.

A beautiful but rude and conceited princess is taught a lesson.