An inked illustration of a man like beast stepping out of a hedge, and a man startled by the appearance of the beast

The History of Beauty and the Beast. Devonport, England: Samuel and John Keys, [c. 1840].

Tale Summary This tale of Beauty and the Beast follows the typical narrative arc found in the description of the ATU. The story begins with a very rich merchant who has three daughters and three sons. His youngest daughter is named Beauty because of her beautiful appearance, which drew jealousy...