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Week 10 Discussion
My attitude about fairytales has not changed much from the readings. As I grew, I began to understand that fairytales can be jam-packed with multiple meanings. When it comes to fairytales, I believe the audience chooses different bits and pieces of a story and will make that into the meaning until they re-read it at another date and will realize that there is more to the story. For example, in Snow White, you would see the Queen aging and her beauty deteriorating and because Snow White is the opposite of that she was treated unfairly. My mom experienced something like this personally, she would be overworked and treated unfairly by her family members just for being herself and now that she has her own daughter she did not continue the cycle she let my sister always shine and took care of her just like a mother should.
Fairytales has always been a little girls dream. Since I was little every fairytale I had heard of and watched was about these princesses meeting their Prince Charming but always had an evil person trying to stop them. I remember fairy tails have always been sweet and heartwarming. This week we had read the original story of snow white. In what I remember snow white is this beautiful princess who had a step mother that had been jealous of her beauties, ends of poisoning her daughter and only can be revive by a kiss from a prince. Reading the original really surprised me, I was confused on how was this fairy tale made for kids. It made me rethink about all the original fairytales stories, most stories are very gruesome for children to be reading and hearing about. What really caught me off guard were reading that the evil stepmother thought she was eating parts of Snow White to get beauty into her. `
In this week’s reading, my attitude & view on fairytales have changed. This week’s reading of Snow White has brought back the magical story telling of this classic. The fairytales for this week has returned that joy & excitement that I have had when I was a kid hearing these classic fairytales. While reading “Little Snow White” by Brothers Grimm, it gave me a new view in the story of Snow White. In the reading, I was not aware of how Snow Whites stepmother was obsessed with beauty and herself. In the reading the stepmother created multiple attempts to kill snow white. However in the movie’s we know that Snow is just poisoned by an apple and then is awakened by a kiss from a prince. Also, from the reading “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” the ending was a dark and grim ending that I never knew. Snow White’s stepmother has cruel ending of having to dance in red hot iron shoes until she dies. A cruel but fitting ending for her stepmother so bent on her on fading beauty, that she will try to kill her stepdaughter. This weeks reading of fairytales have shown me that not all fairytales have happy endings.
After reading fairytales this week, my view on fairytales have completely changed. I always thought that fairytales were all nice, sweet, and with happy endings, like the ones you grow up with either reading or watching things on TV like Disney. After the reading, I began to look more and more for the origins of fairytales and found that many of them originally were more creepy horror stories that were told. A good amount of fairytales (and majority of cartoons that are for kids) originate from the Grimm stories. When I was a child and had seen/read snow white, I though of it very innocently. However reading it as an adult made me realize just how dark the “fairytale” really is, and how the message behind it can connect even into real life.
After reading fairytales this week i’d say that I think deeper below the surface when reading fairytales especially after we read Snow White and Hansel and Gretel. I feel like reading the analysis for these stories opened my eyes and made me realize most fairytales are gruesome or contains a child worst fear such as starvation and abandonment. I also think after reading these analysis that show the grim realities taught me another level of discernment when it comes to reading nonfictional books and fictional books. It’s made me appreciate the depth of these stories and the important messages they convey about human nature and the challenges we face, even from a young age.
my thoughts on fairytales after the reading this week have changed. before the reading in class and also in general I thought fairy tales were cute and innocent stories for children to look at. However, after doing some research on my own and also readings in class I found that these stories are a bit dark or at least have a darker origin and contain a lot of things that wouldn’t be ok if told and promoted in media now. for example when reading the snow white story it was mentioned that for revenge snow white and the prince made the evil queen dance with hot shoes on until she died.in terms of things being unacceptable by today’s standards in the story snow white also mentioned that the prince wanted to take snow white back with him despite not knowing her. noticing these things in the story made me think about how many other stories have weird or dark origins and how they have changed the stories to make them more marketable for today’s standards.
The Grimm Brothers’ “Snow White” gave me a valuable viewpoint on the fairytale. When I was younger, I read Snow White and saw the movie, so I saw it from a different angle. It used to seem like a sweet fairytale to me. Growing up, though, and rereading works by both familiar and new authors. It seems to provide a message, that much has been observed. For instance, the stepmother hurts Snow White because she is envious. It also demonstrated the gullibility of some people, as Snow White was one example. Despite the fact that she fell into the stepmother’s trap three times, she gained insight from it. It also demonstrates the father’s absence from it. The father is never mentioned in the fairytale or seen to be shielding her in any way. The prince was the only reason she felt safe and was able to flee. Overall, this helped me grasp deeper and various points of view.
after reading this weeks story’s I’ve had a shift in my perspective on fairytales, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Initially I saw the story as a tale of good versus evil influenced by what I’ve seen in media.. Upon inspection of the text and extra materials I discovered deeper layers of meaning. In “Snow White ” I now see the power dynamics and gender roles at play along with the complexity of characters such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Of being passive characters they serve as nuanced reflections of human nature and societal interactions. Themes like jealousy, vanity and the quest for power carry weight now offering insights into common human experiences. Furthermore exploring critiques and symbolic analyses has broadened my understanding of the story’s historical context. This has deepened my appreciation for its lasting relevance. Overall this weeks readings have expanded my admiration, for fairytales by showcasing their ability to convey themes and moral lessons through storytelling and symbolism.
After reading Snow White and many fairytales my perspective of fairytales did change . I say this because when I was young I didn’t really know any better I thought fairytales were really supposed to be about getting the life you always wanted to live or being happy or getting the husband that you always wanted . After reading Snow White again I realize that it just shows you how people become jealous & envy you because of who you are . Snow shots never asked to be prettier than her stepmother that’s just how she came out and what her mother prayed for basically . The evil stepmother just said wanted to be what she couldn’t be and she need up killing off Snow White so that she can feel like she had all the power and beauty . She may have wanted to have beauty but she will never have that because she wasn’t a great person which made her ugly in the inside and the outside .
Reading Anne Sexton’s “Snow White” challenged my view of fairytales. Unlike the happy cartoon, Sexton’s poem focuses on the Queen’s obsession with beauty, fueled by the magic mirror. The constant pressure to be “fairest” makes the Queen cruel, and Snow White’s innocence is described in a way that feels strange. This darkness made me view fairytales in a less childish light and it makes me wonder if fairytales, like maybe even “Bluebeard” where a wife disobeys and gets killed, are more about warnings and social norms than happily ever afters.
Reading “Snow White” by the Brothers Grimm taught me a lot about fairy tales. It’s not just about teaching lessons, as some of them can be dark. For instance, the stepmother’s jealousy and egotism show how some fairy tales can be dark. She persists in harming Snow White due to her jealousy, reflecting an unkind and harmful behavior. Despite the danger she faced, Snow White remained strong and brave. She fought for herself and did not give up even when she was poisoned. In the end, she fought back and was saved. “Snow White” is not just about good versus bad. It shows how people can be complicated with lots of different emotions. As a result, the story becomes more interesting and helps readers understand deeper emotions in fairy tales.
I think my attitude toward and about fairy tales have changed as a result of this week’s reading from playful, harmless and nostalgic to questioning, curious and deep in thought. For example, the snow-white fairytale that I think everyone saw at least once from Disney was nothing compared to the one we read in class by the Brothers Grimm. The one from Disney was very lighthearted and your ideal happily ever after. The beautiful princess finds her prince charming, and the little dwarfs were like her cute mini uncles or fairy godfathers. Now comparing that with how the Brothers Grimm portrayed the princess as very naive and what one might say a bit foolishly brainless. The prince was in some way her prince charming but fell in love with her looks instead of for who she is, and technically in the Disney movie he was the same but they kind of brushed over that part. The dwarfs in the story were kind of interesting, at first it seemed like they just found themself a free maid and then they seemed kind of caring like family but toward the end they threw me off when they were GIVING snow whites, what they thought at the time was a dead body to the prince. In the Disney snow white they were so much nicer. Now if you watch those Disney movies again you see how weird the whole concept is. When we were children, we were like snow white very naive, but as we grew older, we realized life is like the poison’s apple. It might seem very perfect and carving at first glance, but it can easily harm you with secret intent. Overall, my attitude about fairy tales have changed through this week’s reading to now looking into every detail. I […]
When I used to read fairy tales when I was younger, I thought it was stories about fantasy, magic, happiness, etc., after reading this weeks story’s gave me a different outlook of what fairy tales can be about. I learned that fairy tales can teach lessons to it readers. After reading “The Little Snow White,” I want to go reread all of my childhood favorite fairy tales to get a new perspective of them as an adult. I thought the fairy tale story of “Snow White” was basically about a princess with a evil step mother and sisters and navigating life through that, but in this week reading “The Little Snow White,” The fairy tale is actually about toxicity, coming of age, and jealousy. In the story the queen was becoming older and her beauty was not enhancing with age so she became jealous of Snow White who was young and her beauty was growing more and more everyday. Snow White ran away after the abuse from her evil stepmother and had to essential grow up due to being saved by the price. To me this can also be reality for some women due to Snow White having issues with her step mother that girls/young women face today with their mother/ step mothers.
Hello professor. After this week’s readings, my attitude towards fairy tales has dramatically changed. Thanks my childhood is ruined . lol. After reading ” the Little Snow White” by Brothers Grimm, it completely changed my perception of the whole story and of any other childhood stories that I have previously read.. I don’t generally like to alter my way of thinking or my reality when it comes to things like this because that it what starts trust issues. Now, whenever I read something I am going to question the fact if there is an alternative motive behind the whole thing. In the story “The Little Snow White”, the queen was mean and vulgar, I can not imagine how this is ever and still is a children’s fairy tale book. What really stood apart from the story to me is the queen requesting a bodily organ of Snow White, but it doesn’t stop there. Her intention to engage in cannibalism was the icing on the cake for me .
My perspective on fairytales, has always been a simple story with imaginative charthat kids enjoy. In this week my opinions about fairy tail is changed after reading,especially the Snow White narrative, has undergone significant change after engaging with this week’s readings. Initially, I perceived it as a simplistic tale of good versus evil. However, through feminist analyses, I now understand it as a more intricate story highlighting societal pressures and power dynamics. The jealousy of the Evil Queen reflects deeper themes such as beauty standards and women’s challenges in patriarchal societies. Furthermore, exploring Snow White’s agency and resilience has shifted my view from seeing her as a passive victim to recognizing her inner strength. These readings have transformed fairytales like Snow White into complex narratives that shed light on societal norms, gender roles, and human resilience. They have deepened my appreciation for the richness and multifaceted nature of these classic tales.
Before i just to think fairytales are simple stories for kids with important messages for a good behavior. But after reading “Snow White,” my perspective changed slightly, I realized fairytales can have deeper meanings that can be useful for adults like the psychological topics of the stepmother’s actions. The focus on beauty in the story also highlights the message for society including me. the poisoned apple can be a reference of religion of Eve and the apple. One of the ending showed me that not all these stories have a happy ending as the slow death, this readings can contain darker themes and messages beyond just happily ending. These readings didn’t change a lot for me as I’ve noticed these deep messages throughout my life in various aspects like social behavior, personal reflection, movies, trends, and daily experiences. These readings serve as a clear reminder of the deep messages I’ve experienced before and present showing that such meaning can be found in each of us and our behaviors.
My attitudes about fairytales has changed as a result of this week’s readings because as far as I know every fairytale has a happy ending, but now reading the snow white stories it opened my eyes on how the story ended. The story ended by giving the queen a slow death making her dance until she died. Another thing is beauty, I didn’t really worry about this that much, but now that I’m older I feel like their making it seem like beauty is all that matters when that shouldn’t be the case. My attitude changed based on how the story ended compare to the child’s version because it’s supposed to be a fairytale for kids. I will start seeing fairytales in a different way because apparently some endings are different than the happy ending. My attitude towards fairytales won’t ever be the same as my thoughts about fairytales has changed.
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” by Anne Sexton offers a unique and often darker perspective on fairy tales. It challenges the traditional portrayal of princesses and explores themes of power, gender, and identity. Sexton’s retelling adds depth and complexity to the story, prompting readers to question the traditional narratives and societal expectations that go with fairy tales. It changes my attitude by making me see these stories in a new light. Also, Sexton’s retelling invites me to see fairy tales as our own lives within them. It is fascinating how a different perspective can completely change our attitudes. Another way it can change attitudes is by challenging traditional gender roles and stereotypes. Many classic fairy tales depict princesses as passive and in need of rescue while princes are portrayed as strong and heroic. But modern retellings often subvert these stereotypes, presenting princesses as independent and capable of taking charge of their own destinies.
My attitude about fairytales changed due to this week’s reading of Hansel and Gretel. The story of Hansel and Gretel to me was the parents had lost the kids in the woods and had not left them there. Now that I know the original story it is surprising that the Mother was evil and left them in the woods because they didn’t have enough money. Before knowing the original story I thought fairy tales were all happy and had a happy ending. Although, that is not the case with Snow White or Hansel and Gretel. The stories are very dark, blunt, and pretty violent. I do think the lessons being taught are important, but of course, they should be taught in a softer more understanding way. For me, I will be looking at fairy tales differently because being an adult now and learning the stories that were told to me were very different.
During my growth, I read through an entire book of fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm. When I was young, I would ponder whether I would make the same decisions as the protagonists in the fairy tales or have evil thoughts like the villains. This week, we read the original text of Snow White in class, and my feeling is that most of the story content is the same as the fairy tales I read when I was young, but the ending and the details in the story are not as harmonious as the Disney version of Snow White. In the original text, Snow White’s stepmother, out of jealousy, is eventually forced by the prince to wear red-hot shoes to death. I think when I was reading fairy tales as a child, I would never think about why the stepmother wanted to kill Snow White because of jealousy over beauty, but now that I think about it carefully, this story is after all from several centuries ago, in the context of that era, the expectations and goals for women were to marry into a noble family or to achieve a better life through their beauty, and the fairy tale itself was meant for children to watch and read, as a way of educating children that beauty is not the only way out, and the real world will not always end in harmony, and that evil people should be severely punished.
Growing up my idea and version of fairytales were the typical “happily ever after” endings. The fairytale Snow White that I recall from my childhood, was the queen giving Snow White the poisonous apple that sends her into a sleep like death that only can be broken by a kiss. The ending was also very different as well if not even more grim. The child friendly version ended with the prince saving her but instead the versions read today ended in a slow and painful death for the queen; this version she was sentenced to death by hot iron shoes and forced to “dance” until her death. I now see that fairytales are way more grim that what we have been conditioned to, the actuality of fairytales are very similar to that of myths or legends in a way. I only say this because stories like myths and legends are almost always grim, and you can compare this to the original “fairytales”. Lastly, I’ve also observed that Fairytales is very misleading as to what the story is about and how it ends.
The messages of fairy tales are a lot more complex than I previously thought. I absolutely love fairy tales, but this is more from a perspective of aesthetic. Delving into them from the perspective of lessons is not something I normally think to do. Good or famous fairy tales are also not one dimensional. They are layered with multiple meanings and target multiple audiences. For example, in relation to “Little Snow White”, I never connected that this was both a coming-of-age story and a cautionary tale. My only belief with this story was strictly toxic feminism. The evil queen was growing older, and her beauty was fading, so she took it out on Snow White who was growing more beautiful every day. We see this in everyday life with mothers, daughters, or across generations. After living with the seven dwarves and eating the poison apple, Snow White was saved by the prince. While this does feed into the “waiting for a man to save you” ideology, it does show our leading character entering a new stage of life, overcoming her conflict, and showing growth.
Before this week my attitude towards fairy tales was pretty simple. I used to think about fairytales as stories for children. However, after we read “Snow White” which is a very famous fairy tale, my mind changed. I noticed that inside of what seems to be an innocent story for children, there are a lot of details that have a deeper meaning inside of them. For example, I realized that behind the stepmother’s behavior there are a lot of psychological details that I didn’t pay attention to in the past when I read this story for the first time. Another detail that I noticed from the Snow White story is the fact that the story itself is very focused on beauty, which to me, is not what we should teach to little girls. I would say that this has also religious reference inside with the “poison apple” that Snow White ate. To me, that is a direct reference to Eve from the Bible. I don’t know, maybe not but that’s what I thought about the apple.
My attitude towards fairytales has change drastically due to this weeks readings. In the way that when you are a child you see the fantasy in the story and it gets your imagination going. As children we tend to be very naive so that also plays a part in not noticing the ideas that are presented But now as an adult and reading “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” it opened my eyes to the ideas that it expresses such as waiting for a prince to save a woman from any danger, also the idea of beauty and how that is the only thing that matters. This story shows how people back then used to operate and I find it a terrible way to judge people.
