It would be astonishing if the thousands of traditional tales told across Europe didn’t include characters who could appeal to and satisfy the desire of women as well as men for action and adventure. And of course, they do. In the Grimms’ fairy tales alone, there are more than twice as many heroines who save princes, as there are heroes who save princesses…
Click the link to visit my blog and read thirty classic fairy tales chosen and introduced by me, figuring women young – and sometimes old – who persist, endure, slay giants, rescue lovers or brothers and generally succeed by their wit, magic and courage. Some are old favourites seen in a different light, others will be new to most readers – but they are all enchanting.
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