Fairy Tales Their Origin And Meaning

""Fairy Tales Their Origin And Meaning"" is a comprehensive book written by John Thackray Bunce that explores the origins and meanings of fairy tales. The book is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the history and evolution of fairy tales, tracing their origins back to ancient myths and legends. It also examines the role of fairy tales in different cultures and their significance in shaping our understanding of the world.The second part of the book delves into the meaning of fairy tales, exploring the symbolism and hidden messages that are embedded within these stories. Using examples from popular fairy tales such as Cinderella, Snow White, and Little Red Riding Hood, Bunce uncovers the deeper meaning behind these tales and how they can be interpreted in different ways.Throughout the book, Bunce offers insightful commentary and analysis, drawing on his extensive knowledge of folklore and mythology. He also provides a wealth of historical and cultural context, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the origins and meanings of fairy tales. Overall, ""Fairy Tales Their Origin And Meaning"" is a fascinating exploration of one of the most enduring and beloved genres of literature.To all these, and more, whom there is no room to mention, we must add other dwellers in Fairyland--forms, in one shape or other, of the great Sun-myths of the ancient Aryan race--such as Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and Vivien and Merlin, and Queen Morgan le hay, and Ogier the Dane, and the story of Roland, and the Great Norse poems which tell of Sigurd, and Brynhilt, and Gudrun, and the Niblung folk. And to these, again, there are to be added many of the heroes and heroines who figure in the Thousand-and-one Nights--such, for example, as Aladdin, and Sindbad, and Ali Baba, and the Forty Thieves, and the Enchanted Horse, and the Fairy Peri Banou.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.