Download or read book The Happy Prince and Other Tales written by Oscar Wilde and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2008-08-08 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wilde's The Happy Prince and Other Tales (1888) is an anthology of childrens literature that teaches young people about love and the penalties of self-interest. In the title story, a statue befriends a bird, and together they bring happiness to the lives of others. The collection also includes The Devoted Friend, A Nightingale and the Rose, The Remarkable Rocket, and The Selfish Giant. Along with teaching valuable lessons, the stories give children insight into the darker sides of human nature.