The Lost Princess

Name: The Lost Princess
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SKU: 9781789147698
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Women Writers and the History of Classic Fairy Tales

By Anne Duggan and Anne E. Duggan

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The Lost Princess by Anne Duggan and Anne E. Duggan delves into the transformation of the fairy-tale princess archetype throughout literature and culture. Exploring its roots and evolution, the book examines the roles that gender and power dynamics play in shaping this iconic character. It offers a thorough analysis of how the princess figure has been adapted over time, influencing both storytelling and societal expectations.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intersection of fairy tales and history, examining how narratives about lost royalty influence culture and art. It could also appeal to you if you appreciate beautifully dissected tales that delve into the cultural significance and historical contexts of stories that linger in the collective imagination.

A recovery of the lost, plucky heroines of historic fairy tales.

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People often associate fairy tales with Disney films, and with the male authors from whom Disney often drew inspiration—notably Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, and Hans Christian Andersen. In these portrayals, the princess is a passive, compliant figure.

By contrast, The Lost Princess shows that classic fairy tales such as 'Cinderella', 'Rapunzel', and 'Beauty and the Beast' have a much richer, more complex history than Disney's saccharine depictions. Anne E. Duggan recovers the voices of women writers such as Marie-Catherine d'Aulnoy, Marie-Jeanne L'Heritier, and Charlotte-Rose de La Force, who penned popular tales about ogre-killing, pregnant, cross-dressing, dynamic heroines who saved the day.

This new history will appeal to anyone who wants to know more about the lost, plucky heroines of historic fairy tales.

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The Lost Princess by Anne Duggan, Anne E. Duggan receives acclaim for its innovative approach in reshaping traditional narratives by highlighting the influential role of female writers in fairy-tale history. Reviews praise the author for her insightful examination of historical French tales, showcasing intelligent and capable heroines who defied patriarchal expectations, establishing these women as pivotal figures in literary history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789147698

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 44 illustrations, 12 in colour

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 264

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Anne Duggan Anne E. Duggan Arts & Culture Non-Fiction

About the Author

Anne E. Duggan is Professor of French and Fairy-Tale Studies at Wayne State University, Michigan. She is the author, editor or translator of many books, including A Cultural History of Fairy Tales (2021).