![]() ![]() They each tell the story of a young girl or boy who is mistreated by family or community but is eventually recognized and rewarded for goodness and virtue. Even though each version differs in characters, plot, use of magic, and other details, a common theme binds them all. 3 The Disney version is based on Perrault's story. The most popular, modern version was written and published by Charles Perrault of France in 1697. with the first written version of the Chinese tale Yeh-Shen. 2 Cinderella stories date back as early as 850 A.D. She published her research in The Cinderella Cycle. Anna Rooth discovered the wide dissemination of the story, beyond the European realm. Almost every culture seems to have its own version. ![]() The fact that over 900 versions have been written is a testament to the "potent" power of this story. I have chosen Cinderella for my unit because it is an exceptional story that we want to experience over and over. When we find a particular story or journey to be dramatically potent and pleasing (more "true" than life or life as we would like it to be) we can desire to re-experience the same story or journey over and over." 1 What is a story? According to Bill Johnson in Understanding What a Story Is it seems to be "a vehicle that carries us on an engaging, dramatic journey to a destination of resolution we find satisfying and fulfilling. Cinderella: A Cross-cultural Story by Patricia W. ![]()
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