Charles Perrault (12 January 1628 – 16 May 1703) was a French author and member of the Académie française. He wrote and popularized a number of well-known fairy tales in 'Tales of Mother Goose' (Contes de ma mère l'Oye), including versions of Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood. Perrault gave literary form to these tales and helped establish the modern fairy tale genre in France and across Europe.
Charles Perrault
Charles Perrault (12 January 1628 – 16 May 1703) was a French author and member of the Académie française. He wrote and popularized a number of well-known fairy tales in 'Tales of Mother Goose' (Contes de ma mère l'Oye), including versions of Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood. Perrault gave literary form to these tales and helped establish the modern fairy tale genre in France and across Europe.
A brave girl willingly journeys to an enchanted castle to save her father. There she encounters a beast, a magic mirror, and discovers a secret heart. Who is truly beautiful?
A curious bride opens a forbidden door and uncovers a terrible secret. With quick thinking, a watchful sister, and two galloping brothers, she must confront Bluebeard before time runs out.
A princess flees in a donkey’s disguise, hides three magical dresses, and accidentally slips a secret ring into a cake. Can a lovesick prince and a wise choice bring her true life back?