Princes, Frogs and Ugly Sisters: The Healing Power of the Grimm Brothers' Tales - Softcover

Allan G. Hunter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844091848 ISBN 13: 9781844091843

Publisher: Findhorn Press, 2010

Synopsis

Analyzing the ways in which the Grimm brothers' tales provide real, vital insights into how to live more happily, understand the need for personal and psychological growth, and find that significant other, this innovative study revives the true healing nature of these beloved tales. Combining enjoyment of these tales with insightful research, this exploration uses actual case histories to show how the odd and bizarre episodes in fairy tales are actually astounding renditions of human behaviors that occur during times of crisis. It also shows how the six archetypal stages of psychological development are present both in these tales and in everyday life. Contrary to common, contemporary fairy tale re-creations, this study discusses how the Grimm brothers’ stories deal with topics such as dysfunctional family dynamics, sexual jealousy, narcissism, incest, rape, and personal growth from trauma to wellness--noting that Cinderella didn’t have a fairy godmother and frogs were never kissed.

About this title

From the Author:

Dr. Allan G. Hunter is a professor of literature, a counselor, a therapist, and the author of nine books about the regenerative power of writing and literature, including The Six Archetypes of Love and Stories We Need to Know. He lives in Watertown, Massachusetts.

About the Author:

Dr. Allan G. Hunter received his doctorate in literature from Oxford University, which led him to study the deep correspondences between mental disturbance and literary expression. He is a counselor, a therapist, and a professor of literature at Curry College in Boston, where he also teaches memoir writing for the Blue Hills Writing Institute. He is the author of several books, including Spiritual Hunger, Gratitude and Beyond, The Six Archetypes of Love, Stories We Need to Know, The Path of Synchronicity, Write Your Memoir, and Princes, Frogs & Ugly Sisters. He lives in Watertown, Massachusetts.

About this edition

• Publisher: Findhorn Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1844091848
• ISBN 13: 9781844091843
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192