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Book Synopsis: “This is a superb anthology of fairy tales and criticism that is perfect for classroom use. It provides an excellent selection of primary and secondary texts, organized to permit a wide variety of approaches to teaching the fairy tale. Tatar's introductions to each section are balanced, up-to-date, and provocative.”--Donald Haase, Wayne State University“Wonderful, comprehensive book!” Hope L. Russell, SUNY Buffalo“I have used this textbook for four courses on children's literature with enrollments of over ninety students. It is without doubt the most well organized selection of literary fairy tales and critical commentaries currently available. Students love it.” –Lita Barrie, California State University, Los Angeles
This Norton Critical Edition includes:
- Seven different tale types: “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Snow White,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “Cinderella,” “Bluebeard,” and “Tricksters.” These groupings include multicultural versions, literary rescriptings, and introductions and annotations by Maria Tatar.
- Tales by Hans Christian Andersen and Oscar Wilde.
- More than fifteen critical essays exploring the various aspects of fairy tales. New to the Second Edition are interpretations by Ernst Bloch, Walter Benjamin, Max Lüthi, Lewis Hyde, Jessica Tiffin, and Hans-Jörg Uther.
- A revised and updated Selected Bibliography.
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Are you looking for the perfect anthology of fairy tales for your classroom? Look no further than The Classic Fairy Tales: A Norton Critical Edition. This Norton Critical Edition is designed specifically for classroom use, making it the ideal choice for teachers. With a wide variety of primary and secondary texts, this anthology allows for a diverse range of teaching approaches. The introductions by Maria Tatar are balanced, up-to-date, and thought-provoking, giving both students and teachers valuable insights.
Don't just take our word for it. Professors from renowned universities have praised this book as a "wonderful, comprehensive" resource. Imagine having access to a collection of literary fairy tales and critical commentaries that your students will love. With over four courses and ninety students under our belt, we can confidently say that this is the most well-organized selection available.
But the value doesn't stop there. This Norton Critical Edition goes beyond the classics like "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Cinderella." It includes multicultural versions, literary rescriptings, and tales by esteemed authors such as Hans Christian Andersen and Oscar Wilde. By including a variety of tale types, this anthology allows for deeper exploration and understanding of the genre.
As an added bonus, the Second Edition features new interpretations by renowned literary scholars. You'll find critical essays by the likes of Ernst Bloch, Walter Benjamin, Max Lüthi, and more. These essays delve into the various aspects of fairy tales, providing further analysis and discussion points for your classroom.
If you're ready to enhance your teaching of fairy tales, The Classic Fairy Tales: A Norton Critical Edition is the book you've been waiting for. Order now and empower your students with the wonders of literary storytelling.
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