"Fairy Tales; or, New Amusements and Merry Conversations" is a collection of essays published in the 16th century by the French writer and humanist Bonaventure de Perrier. In his "Fairy Tales" the author offers readers the best choice of entertainment, sharp humor and tireless fantasy. Each of the stories or anecdotes collected in this book is a vivid example of party culture and the writer's clever invention. Cheerful mood and witty humor became prominent features of this collection, which remains popular among readers to this day. "Fairy tales; or, New pastimes and merry conversations" by De Perrier is a classic of French literature that emphasizes the importance of humor and sharp satire in creativity.