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Breaking the Magic Spell: Radical Theories of Folk & Fairy Tales
Breaking the Magic Spell Radical Theories of Folk Fairy Tales
Author: Jack Zipes
Breaking the Magic Spell historically and critically discusses the evolution of folk tales and fairy tales, their influence on popular beliefs, the politics behind them, and the way they are incorporated in mass media culture today. Jack Zipes focuses on the socio-historical forces which have changed the function of fairy tales during the last ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780416010015
ISBN-10: 0416010016
Pages: 201
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Publisher: Methuen, Inc.
Book Type: Paperback
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Interesting application of classical Critical Theory tenets to contemporary tales such as those written by Tolkien, as well as film fantasies such as "Star Wars." Thought-provoking analysis of the history and function of folk and fairy tales.


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