Laura North Livres

Inventive and amusing new twists on the classic fairy tales told by top authors

Jack's birthday takes an unexpected turn when a wish grants him the superpower to transform anything he touches into a delicious dessert. Initially thrilled, he soon discovers the challenges and chaos that accompany this sweet gift, leading to a sticky situation. As he navigates the consequences of his newfound ability, Jack learns valuable lessons about responsibility and the true meaning of celebration.

The story follows Jack, a resourceful boy who, after trading his homemade bean pies for magic beans, discovers a fantastical realm above the clouds. In this new world, he must navigate challenges and outsmart giants using his wits and culinary talents. The narrative also features interactive puzzles and notes designed for adult readers, adding an engaging layer to the tale.

The narrative reveals a hidden truth behind the well-known Cinderella tale, suggesting that the events at the Royal Ball were not as they seemed. It promises to uncover the mysterious happenings at midnight, offering a fresh perspective on the classic story and its characters. Expect twists and revelations that challenge the traditional fairy tale narrative, leading readers to question what they thought they knew.

The story reimagines Sleeping Beauty's awakening, as she is greeted by a contemporary prince who brings her into the fast-paced world of modern life, complete with jeans and cell phones. This unique twist not only explores the clash of eras but also engages readers with puzzles and notes designed for adults, adding an interactive element to the narrative.

In this reimagined fairy tale, a shepherd boy tasked with watching over a herd of stunt-jumping sheep finds himself in a heroic role. When little Red Riding Hood is in peril from the Big Bad Wolf, he must step up to save her, turning the classic story on its head. This playful twist combines adventure and humor, showcasing the boy's courage and resourcefulness in an unexpected situation.

The plot revolves around a cunning wolf who, frustrated by his inability to catch the three Little Pigs, devises a clever scheme to create a robot pig. His plan aims to deceive the Pigs into entering his house, setting the stage for a suspenseful and humorous showdown. The story combines elements of classic fairy tales with a modern twist, showcasing themes of ingenuity and the battle between predator and prey.

This is the first genre study of child-starred cinemas from Spain. It illuminates continuities in the political use of the child protagonist in over fifty years of Spanish cinema and how the child-starred genres deploy the concept of childhood to retrospectively define the nation and its future. From Francoist popular to oppositional auteur films, and including Spanish and Latin American cinema, this monograph examines commonalities in aesthetics, narratives and genre functions. It demonstrates the impact of these narratives within Spanish film history and Francoist biopolitics, as well as providing a broader transatlantic perspective on the genre in select productions from Chile and Argentina.

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