Off with Their Heads! Fairy Tales and the Culture of Childhood
by Maria Tatar
Maria Tatar explores fairy tales as cultural forms and considers their lasting significance in childhood. This study invites readers to look closely at the stories, assumptions, and imaginative traditions that shape how fairy tales are read, remembered, and shared.
About This Book
Off with Their Heads! Fairy Tales and the Culture of Childhood examines the relationship between fairy tales and childhood culture.
Maria Tatar considers the enduring presence of these stories and the ways they are understood by and presented to young readers.
The book offers a literary and cultural perspective on familiar tales, their meanings, and their role in ideas about childhood.
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