Cinderella: A Casebook (Garland Folklore Casebooks)
by Charles Perrault, Jacob And Wilhelm Grimm, W.R.S Ralston, Giambattista Basile, E. Sidney Hartland, R. D. Jameson, Photeine P. Bourboulis, Paul Delarue, Archer Taylor
Cinderella: A Casebook gathers international variants of the iconic fairy tale, from Perrault and the Grimms to Basile and beyond. This scholarly anthology in the Garland Folklore Casebooks series explores cultural adaptations, motifs, and the story's enduring themes of hope and justice across diverse traditions.
About This Book
This casebook presents a comprehensive anthology of Cinderella stories drawn from various cultural traditions. It includes classic versions alongside lesser-known variants, offering a window into the narrative's widespread appeal across time and geography.
Compiled as part of the Garland Folklore Casebooks series, the collection features contributions from prominent folklorists and translators. Each entry highlights unique elements of the tale, from rags-to-riches transformations to themes of virtue and retribution.
Scholars and enthusiasts alike will appreciate the depth of analysis provided, which examines the story's motifs and adaptations without imposing modern interpretations. The book serves as an essential resource for understanding the universality of this enduring fairy tale.
With its focus on primary sources and expert commentary, the volume invites readers to trace the Cinderella narrative's roots and branches in world folklore.
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