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Focusing on the origins of fairy tales, this work explores the contributions of 17th-century aristocratic women like Madame d'Aulnoy and the Comtesse de Murat, who crafted stories featuring "fées." Unlike the British concept of fairies, these French fées embody distinct characteristics and serve as central figures in the narratives. The book delves into the cultural and literary significance of these tales, highlighting their role in shaping a unique genre within French literature.
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TALES OF ENCHANTMENT AND DISENCHANTMENT, Brian Stableford
- Language
- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- TALES OF ENCHANTMENT AND DISENCHANTMENT
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Brian Stableford
- Publisher
- Hollywood Comics
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 672
- ISBN13
- 9781612278384
- Category
- Sci-fi and Fantasy
- Description
- Focusing on the origins of fairy tales, this work explores the contributions of 17th-century aristocratic women like Madame d'Aulnoy and the Comtesse de Murat, who crafted stories featuring "fées." Unlike the British concept of fairies, these French fées embody distinct characteristics and serve as central figures in the narratives. The book delves into the cultural and literary significance of these tales, highlighting their role in shaping a unique genre within French literature.