Sleeping Beauty: Twisted Roots of an Iconic Tale Artwork

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Sleeping Beauty: Twisted Roots of an Iconic Tale

November 19, 2024 • India • Season 1 • Episode 15

In this episode, we'll uncover the true story behind Sleeping Beauty, a tale far darker and more complex than the enchanted slumber we know today. From ancient myths of cursed maidens to the harrowing origins in folklore, we'll explore how this story evolved through centuries of oral tradition, literature, and cultural transformation.

Join us as we peel back the layers of this timeless legend to reveal the secrets hidden in its roots.

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https://bsky.app/profile/ladiesoflore.bsky.social

https://www.panmacmillan.com/blogs/general/original-disney-stories-films

https://www.colorado.edu/projects/fairy-tales/grimms-fairy-tales/sleeping-beauty

https://www.theguardian.com/film/2014/jun/17/how-we-made-sleeping-beauty-disney

https://www.thedisneyclassics.com/blog/artistry-sleeping-beauty

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