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Breaking the magic spell : radical theories of folk and fairy tales

by Jack Zipes

These seven essays explore the socio-political context of oral folk tales and their evolution into literary fairy tales. The work analyses how these narratives influence popular beliefs and examines the ongoing symbolic relationship between folklore and literature.

Accession 35533 ISBN 0435829858 Publisher Heinemann (Firm)
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