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Exploring the intersections of cultural narratives, this collection features Jack Zipes's essays on fairy tales, Jewish studies, and German philosophy. It delves into the complexities of identity and tradition within the context of folklore and poetry, offering a critical examination of how these elements shape cultural discourse. Zipes's work sheds light on the broader implications of these themes in understanding the Jewish and German questions in literature and society.

In this capstone work, fairy tale expert Jack Zipes presents his final theoretical and critical study of fairy tales, aiming to honor a group of writers he regards as 'survivors with a mission.' The collection begins with a substantial introduction where Zipes reflects on his enduring interest in fairy tales and the motivations behind his scholarship. He asserts that in a world rife with conflict, fairy tales can serve as tools for enlightenment or be exploited by those seeking power. The main text comprises thirteen essays on notable fairy tale authors, including Édouard Laboulaye, Kurt Schwitters, Béla Bálazs, and Gianni Rodari, many of whom faced political oppression or lived through tumultuous historical events. Zipes examines their cultural significance and contributions to fairy tale literature, advocating for their recognition and appreciation. Some chapters adapt previously published introductions from the Oddly Modern Fairy Tales series, while others draw from Zipes's extensive scholarly work as a 'scholarly scavenger' of overlooked tales. Collectively, these essays illustrate the political dimensions that have fueled Zipes's lifelong fascination with fairy tales and highlight their enduring relevance for readers and writers alike.

Exploring the life and philosophy of Ernst Bloch, this book delves into his influential ideas and their impact, particularly in the English-speaking context. It examines Bloch's significant three-volume work and his unique perspective on hope and utopia, shedding light on his philosophical contributions and the challenges he faced in gaining recognition. The text serves as both an introduction and a detailed overview, making Bloch's complex thoughts accessible to readers interested in philosophy and social theory.

Makes available in English all 156 stories from the 1812 and 1815 editions of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimms' Children's and household tales. Zipes offers accessible translations that retain the spare description and storytelling style of the originals, reflecting the diverse voices, rooted in oral traditions, that are absent from the Grimms' later, more embellished collections of tales. From 'The Frog King' to 'The Golden Key, ' wondrous worlds unfold--heroes and heroines are rewarded, weaker animals triumph over the strong, and simple bumpkins prove themselves not so simple after all. --From publisher description

When Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their Children's and Household Tales in 1812 and 1815, they could not have anticipated that stories like “Rapunzel,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and “Cinderella” would become globally celebrated. However, many tales from these early volumes remain unfamiliar today, as the Grimms released six revised editions over the next four decades. This collection makes available in English all 156 stories from the original editions for the first time. Newly translated and beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Andrea Dezsö, these tales—from “The Frog King” to “The Golden Key”—unfold wondrous worlds where heroes and heroines are rewarded, weaker animals triumph, and simple characters reveal hidden depths. Esteemed fairy tale scholar Jack Zipes provides accessible translations that preserve the engaging storytelling style of the originals, showcasing the diverse voices rooted in oral traditions that later editions lack. Zipes's introduction offers essential historical context, and the book includes the Grimms' prefaces and notes. This collection presents these timeless stories to a new generation of readers, making it a delightful read for all.

If there is one genre that has captured the imagination of people in all walks of life throughout the world, it is the fairy tale. This book presents a provocative theory about why fairy tales were created and retold - and why they became such an indelible and infinitely adaptable part of cultures around the world.

Oscar Wilde, best known for his acerbic, witty plays and urbane nonfiction, was also a master of the fairy tale. This volume brings together all of Wilde's tales from his two collections--"The Happy Prince" and "The House of Pomegranates"--and retains the evocative illustrations done for the original editions.

The Norton Anthology of Children's Literature celebrates the richness and variety of over 350 years of literary works for children. This groundbreaking anthology includes 170 authors and illustrators of alphabets and animal fables, fairy tales and fantasy, picture books and nursery verse, among many other genres. Here readers will find beloved works by Charles Perrault, Lewis Carroll, J. M. Barrie, L. M. Montgomery, and Dr. Seuss along with historical classics—The New-England Primer and Robert Louis Stevenson's A Child's Garden of Verses—and major voices from the multicultural and global contemporary scene. Over 40 longer complete works and over 400 illustrations, including 60 in color, enhance this comprehensive and visually rich anthology.With introductions that offer fresh insights into the cultural contexts of children's literature and childhood itself over four centuries, author headnotes, annotations, bibliographies, and a timeline, The Norton Anthology of Children's Literature illuminates a literary tradition whose power to instruct and delight is both centuries old and startlingly new.

This collection features 116 thematically grouped fairy tales, introduced and annotated by expert Jack Zipes. It includes twenty illustrations and a "Criticism" section with seven assessments of the fairy tale tradition. Additionally, brief biographies of the storytellers and a Selected Bibliography are provided.