The Lost Princess
The Lost Princess

Author: Anne E. Duggan

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Published: 2023-09-12

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1789148138

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Once upon a time: the forgotten female fabulists whose heroines flipped the fairy tale script. People often associate fairy tales with Disney films and with the male authors from whom Disney often drew inspiration—notably Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, and Hans Christian Andersen. In these portrayals, the princess is a passive, compliant figure. By contrast, The Lost Princess shows that classic fairy tales such as “Cinderella,” “Rapunzel,” and “Beauty and the Beast” have a much richer, more complex history than Disney’s saccharine depictions. Anne E. Duggan recovers the voices of women writers such as Marie-Catherine d’Aulnoy, Marie-Jeanne L’Héritier, and Charlotte-Rose de La Force, who penned popular tales about ogre-killing, pregnant, cross-dressing, dynamic heroines who saved the day. This new history will appeal to anyone who wants to know more about the lost, plucky heroines of historic fairy tales.

Research in Organizational Change and Development
Research in Organizational Change and Development

Author: Abraham B. (Rami) Shani

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing

Published: 2017-07-12

Total Pages: 381

ISBN-13: 1787144364

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This volume brings forth the latest scholarly work and practice in the fields of organization development and change. It is a resource for scholars who are interested in well-integrated reviews of the literature, advances in research methods, and ideas about practice that open new ways of working with organizations.

Kingdom By the Sea
Kingdom By the Sea

Author: R. Byrd

Publisher: Dorrance Publishing

Published: 2021-02-18

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 1648044204

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Kingdom By the Sea By: R. Byrd and D.S. Byrd In the magical country of Kelsea, tensions are high within the royal family. After the death Queen Lilias at the hands of her sister-in-law, Kiora, people have come to abhor the most powerfully gifted among them, fearing the destruction they may cause. This isn’t great news for Princess Fia, the late Queen Lilias’s 16-year-old daughter, who’s recently learned that she possesses the ability to manipulate water, air, and earth. Fearing the people’s response to Fia’s newfound powers, King Torrance III forbids Fia from leaving the castle and declares that Fia’s younger brother, Torrence IV, will inherit the kingdom in her stead. But hiding her powers is no way to live, and with her Aunt Kiora planning an attack on Kelsea, can Fia take control of her powers, defeat her aunt, and show the people that great power can be controlled?

The Enchanted Screen
The Enchanted Screen

Author: Jack Zipes

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2011-01-27

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 1135853959

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The Enchanted Screen: The Unknown History of Fairy-Tale Films offers readers a long overdue, comprehensive look at the rich history of fairy tales and their influence on film, complete with the inclusion of an extensive filmography compiled by the author. With this book, Jack Zipes not only looks at the extensive, illustrious life of fairy tales and cinema, but he also reminds us that, decades before Walt Disney made his mark on the genre, fairy tales were central to the birth of cinema as a medium, as they offered cheap, copyright-free material that could easily engage audiences not only though their familiarity but also through their dazzling special effects. Since the story of fairy tales on film stretches far beyond Disney, this book, therefore, discusses a broad range of films silent, English and non-English, animation, live-action, puppetry, woodcut, montage (Jim Henson), cartoon, and digital. Zipes, thus, gives his readers an in depth look into the special relationship between fairy tales and cinema, and guides us through this vast array of films by tracing the adaptations of major fairy tales like "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella," "Snow White," "Peter Pan," and many more, from their earliest cinematic appearances to today. Full of insight into some of our most beloved films and stories, and boldly illustrated with numerous film stills, The Enchanted Screen, is essential reading for film buffs and fans of the fairy tale alike.

Rapunzel and the Lost Lagoon: A Tangled Novel
Rapunzel and the Lost Lagoon: A Tangled Novel

Author: Leila Howland

Publisher: Disney Electronic Content

Published: 2017-09-05

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 1368002293

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Rapunzel is not your typical princess. For one thing, she has returned to her kingdom after eighteen years spent trapped in a tower and she's still getting to know her parents. For another, she has to get used to royal customs, like the proper ways to sit and curtsy, when she'd really rather climb a tree and paint. Plus, she hates wearing shoes. Cassandra is not your typical lady-in-waiting. As the daughter of the captain of the guard, she has grown up fascinated by security and weaponry. It has been her life's goal to become a soldier in the guard, and princess-sitting doesn't really fit into her plan—especially when that princess's aggravating boyfriend is always hanging around. But when Rapunzel and Cassandra stumble upon a secret lagoon said to hold the key to the kingdom's greatest power, it will be up to them to solve the mystery... before someone more sinister does. Follow this tale of adventure and intrigue, love and destiny, and, most important, friendship.

Now Face to Face
Now Face to Face

Author: Karleen Koen

Publisher: Crown

Published: 2008-01-08

Total Pages: 754

ISBN-13: 0307409988

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The beloved heroine from Koen's bestselling Through a Glass Darkly returns in a passionate, unforgettable, romantic tapestry. A widow at age 20, emotionally devastated and financially ruined by the death of her husband in scandalous circumstances, Barbara Devane leaves colonial Virginia for London to confront her enemies and to pursue a deeply satisfying yet dangerous clandestine love.

The Blood Knight
The Blood Knight

Author: Greg Keyes

Publisher: Del Rey

Published: 2007-05-01

Total Pages: 573

ISBN-13: 0345440722

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“[A] sophisticated and intelligent high fantasy epic.”—Publishers Weekly The legendary Briar King has awakened, spreading madness and destruction across a land devastated by a royal family’s fall from power through treachery and dark magic. Half-remembered prophecies may point to the young princess Anne Dare, rightful heir to the throne of Crotheny, as the world’s only hope. But a mysterious assassin stalks her, so skilled that even Anne’s friend and protector Cazio cannot stand against him, nor can her sworn defender, the young knight Neil MeqVren. Though Anne herself is the conduit of fearsome powers beyond her understanding and control, it is time for girl to become woman, princess to become queen. Anne must stop running and instead march at the head of an army to take back her kingdom . . . or die trying. Praise for The Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone “A graceful, artful tale . . . a snare ofterse imagery and compelling characters that grips tightly and never lets up.”—Elizabeth Haydon, author of The Assassin King, on The Briar King “There is adventure and intrigue, swordplay anddark sorcery aplenty.”—Realms of Fantasy, on The Charnel Prince

The Bronze Knight (A Dance of Dragons #2.5)
The Bronze Knight (A Dance of Dragons #2.5)

Author: Kaitlyn Davis

Publisher: Kaitlyn Davis

Published: 2015-07-01

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13:

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From bestselling author Kaitlyn Davis comes the third companion novella to the thrilling A Dance of Dragons series—perfect for fans of Kristin Cashore and Tamora Pierce! Princess Leena arrives in Rayfort with one thought on her mind—getting the information that might stop her father’s armies to Prince Whylrhen as soon as possible. But once there, she quickly realizes the situation is far more dire than she ever anticipated. Abandoned by Jinji and Rhen who were sent away by the king regent, Leena is left alone with an impossible decision to make. Stay in Rayfort and fight with the rest of the doomed city. Or risk a life on the run for the chance of survival. Taking place parallel to the events in THE SPIRIT HEIR, read Leena’s side of the story as she takes fate into her own hands while the city of Rayfort crumbles around her. Start the series for FREE today with the A Dance of Dragons: Series Starter Bundle! Keywords: teens and young adult, sword and sorcery, action and adventure, fantasy romance, coming of age, fantasy, teen fiction, dragons, magic, 99cent, 99 cent, 0.99

Fortune's Fool
Fortune's Fool

Author: Mercedes Lackey

Publisher: LUNA

Published: 2008-04-01

Total Pages: 396

ISBN-13: 1426814828

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The seventh daughter of the Sea King, Ekaterina is more than a pampered princess-she's also the family spy. Which makes her the perfect emissary to check out interesting happenings in the neighboring kingdom…and nothing interests her more than Sasha, the seventh son of the king of Belrus. Ekaterina suspects he's far from the fool people think him. But before she can find out what lies beneath his facade, she is kidnapped! Trapped in a castle at the mercy of a possessive Jinn, Ekaterina knows her chances of being found are slim. Now fortune, a fool and a paper bird are the only things she can count on-along with her own clever mind and intrepid heart.…