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From the Forest: A Search for the Hidden Roots of Our Fairy Tales,Used
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Fairy tales are one of our earliest cultural forms, and forests one of our most ancient landscapes. Both evoke similar sensations: At times they are beautiful and magical, at others spooky and sometimes horrifying. Maitland argues that the terrain of these fairy tales are intimately connected to the mysterious secrets and silences, gifts and perils.With each chapter focusing on a different story and a different forest visit, Maitland offers a complex history of forests and how they shape the themes of fairy tales we know best. She offers a unique analysis of famous stories including Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretal, Snow White, Little Red Riding Hood, Rumplestiltskin, and Sleeping Beauty. Maitland uses fairy tales to explore how nature itself informs our imagination, and she guides the reader on a series of walks through northern Europes best forests to explore both the ecological history of forests and the roots of fairy tales. In addition to the twelve modern retellings of these traditional fairy tales, she includes beautiful landscape photographs taken by her son as he joined her on these long walks.Beautifully written and impeccably researched, Maitland has infused new life into tales weve always thought weve known.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'From the Forest'? A: The main theme of 'From the Forest' is the exploration of how forests and fairy tales are interconnected, revealing the mysterious secrets and cultural significance behind these timeless stories.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'From the Forest: A Search for the Hidden Roots of Our Fairy Tales' is Sara Maitland.
- Q: When was 'From the Forest' published? A: 'From the Forest' was published on October 29, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'From the Forest' has a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'From the Forest' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'From the Forest' a new book? A: Yes, the condition of 'From the Forest' is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, 'From the Forest' includes beautiful landscape photographs taken by the author's son during their forest walks.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in fairy tales, cultural history, nature, and literary analysis will likely enjoy 'From the Forest'.
- Q: Are there modern retellings of fairy tales in the book? A: Yes, the book features twelve modern retellings of traditional fairy tales.
- Q: What is the significance of forests in fairy tales according to the book? A: According to the book, forests play a crucial role in shaping the themes of fairy tales, reflecting both beauty and danger, and influencing our imagination.