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Issue Details: First known date: 2016... 2016 The Rebirth of Rapunzel : A Mythic Biography of the Maiden in the Tower
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'A unique collection presenting Kate Forsyth’s extensive academic research into the ‘Rapunzel’ fairy tale, alongside several other pieces related to fairy tales and folklore.

'This book is not your usual reference work, but a complex and engaging exploration of the subject matter, written with Forsyth’s distinctive flair.' (Publication summary)

Publication Details of Only Known VersionEarliest 2 Known Versions of

    • Mawson, Woden Valley area, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory,: FableCroft Publishing , 2016 .
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      Extent: 286p.
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      • Published March 25th 2016
      ISBN: 9780992553494

Works about this Work

Respelling the World Belinda Calderone , 2017 single work essay
— Appears in: TEXT Special Issue Website Series , no. 43 2017;

— Review of The Rebirth of Rapunzel : A Mythic Biography of the Maiden in the Tower Kate Forsyth , 2016 selected work criticism essay

'‘Rapunzel’ is one of the most beloved fairy tales of all time. With themes of isolation, entrapment, and escape, it continues to resonate with audiences even into the twentyfirst century. As Kate Forsyth muses, the tale ‘tells the transformative journey from stasis and shadows to liberation and light’ (7). Forsyth’s personal fascination with this tale led her to write The rebirth of Rapunzel: A mythic biography of the maiden in the tower.' (Introduction)

Respelling the World Belinda Calderone , 2017 single work essay
— Appears in: TEXT Special Issue Website Series , no. 43 2017;

— Review of The Rebirth of Rapunzel : A Mythic Biography of the Maiden in the Tower Kate Forsyth , 2016 selected work criticism essay

'‘Rapunzel’ is one of the most beloved fairy tales of all time. With themes of isolation, entrapment, and escape, it continues to resonate with audiences even into the twentyfirst century. As Kate Forsyth muses, the tale ‘tells the transformative journey from stasis and shadows to liberation and light’ (7). Forsyth’s personal fascination with this tale led her to write The rebirth of Rapunzel: A mythic biography of the maiden in the tower.' (Introduction)

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