Topic: Imposture

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A French Charlatan

At his martial appearance all the guests rose, with respect; they felt assured that it must be a lieutenant-general, or a major-general at least.

EuropeEngland

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The Emperor’s New Clothes

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No one would let it be known that he could see nothing, for that would have proved that he was unfit for office or that he was very, very stupid.

EuropeDenmark

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The Goose-Girl

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‘If you are thirsty,’ said the waiting-maid, ‘get off your horse yourself, and lie down and drink out of the water, I don't choose to be your servant.’

EuropeGermany

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The Hind in the Wood

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The Hind instantly fled, but as she was crossing a path, Prince Guerrier lodged an arrow in her leg, when her strength failed her, and she fell.

EuropeEngland

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The Kennel in Council

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The Expected Spaniel has arrived, only instead of One Spaniel there are Two.

EuropeEngland

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