"The Animal Story Book." This book is part of a larger series called "The Coloured Fairy Books," which consists of 12 volumes, each focusing on different themes."The Animal Story Book" was published in 1896 and contains various tales from different cultures and time periods, all centered around animals. Andrew Lang gathered these stories from different sources and regions, including fables, folktales, and myths. The book includes stories like "The Cat's Elopement," "The Elephant and the Canon," "The Ungrateful Wolf," and many others.Lang's intention with this collection, as with his other books in "The Coloured Fairy Books" series, was to present a diverse range of entertaining and moral stories for children and adults alike. He aimed to preserve and share these traditional tales from around the world, making them accessible to a wider audience."The Animal Story Book" and the other volumes in "The Coloured Fairy Books" series have become beloved classics and continue to be appreciated for their enchanting tales and timeless wisdom.