Qui sait que la Belle au bois dormant a eu deux enfants et que Cendrillon est allée deux fois au bal avant de perdre sa pantoufle de verre ? Seuls les premiers textes de Perrault donnaient ce genre de détails qui se sont perdus au fil du temps, et que cet album tente de retrouver, à travers huit contes dans leur version d''origine de 1697.
Charles Perrault (1628-1703) was a French author best known for his contribution to the creation of the fairy-tale genre. His most notable works include "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella," "Puss in Boots," "The Sleeping Beauty," and "Bluebeard." Many of his tales have been adapted into operas, ballets, plays, and films.