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Once Upon a Time

- A Short History of Fairy Tale

About Once Upon a Time

In ten succinct chapters, Marina Warner guides us through the rich world of fairy tale, from Cinderella and Hansel and Gretel to Snow White and Pan's Labyrinth. Exploring pervasive themes of folklore, myth, the supernatural, imagination, and fantasy, Warner highlights the impact of the genre on human understanding, history, and culture.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780198779858
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 240
  • Published:
  • July 27, 2016
  • Dimensions:
  • 170x121x12 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 232 g.
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Expected delivery: November 28, 2024

Description of Once Upon a Time

In ten succinct chapters, Marina Warner guides us through the rich world of fairy tale, from Cinderella and Hansel and Gretel to Snow White and Pan's Labyrinth. Exploring pervasive themes of folklore, myth, the supernatural, imagination, and fantasy, Warner highlights the impact of the genre on human understanding, history, and culture.

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