Fairy tales since the beginning of recorded time, and perhaps earlier, have been “a means to conquer the terrors of mankind through metaphor.

Jack D. Zipes
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Fairy tales since the beginning of recorded time, and perhaps earlier, have been “a means to conquer the terrors of mankind through metaphor.” Fairy tales are a way of using metaphors to make a point about a particular theme or issue. Over time, this form of storytelling has evolved into a basic part of culture and literature. Today, fairy tales are known for their beautiful language and stories that usually teach some type of lesson about how the world works.

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