Talking with Fairy Tales

This book emphasizes how fairy tales and stories influence people’s lives and shape their thought worlds. It explores ways to tell different stories using fairy tales and provides an opportunity to discuss ancient topics with children. The book highlights the importance of retelling stories from different perspectives and shows how stories can change. It also discusses the dreams and goals of those who do not want to be sultans or princesses, ways to cope with difficulties, and what growing up means. Written with contributions from a sociologist and five illustrators, this book offers a new perspective on fairy tales and encourages readers to think critically.