American Fairy Tales is a collection of stories written by L. Frank Baum, the author best known for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This particular volume, published in 1901, features a series of short fairy tales, each with its own unique moral or whimsical theme, though not all of them share the same fantastical settings as Oz. Baum’s tales are often characterised by a blend of magical creatures, talking animals, and adventures set in imaginary realms. However, they also reflect the cultural and social values of early 20th-century America, making them distinct from the more traditional fairy tales of European origin.