The Turnip Princess and Other Newly Discovered Fairy Tales by Franz Xaver von Schönwerth

The Turnip Princess and Other Newly Discovered Fairy Tales

Franz Xaver von Schönwerth with Maria Tatar (Translator), Engelbert Süss (Illustrator), Erika Eichenseer

288 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction classics short stories adventurous fast-paced

Description

A rare discovery in the world of fairy tales—now for the first time in EnglishMove over, Cinderella: Make way for the Turnip Princess! And for the “Cinderfellas” in these stories, which turn our understanding of gender in fairy tales on its head.W...

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Community Reviews Summary of 141 reviews

Moods

adventurous 71%
funny 28%
informative 28%
lighthearted 28%
mysterious 28%
relaxing 28%
dark 14%
reflective 14%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 16% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | N/A: 16% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.55

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